Anthony Mix (1 Viewer)

[Marc Levin]

Any info on this kid would be appreciated. I know he is big (6'5" 225-ish) and might have been converted from TE, but is a WR?

Rings out a bit like Marques Colston. Rotoworld and KFFL have stories about him in the last couple days that he is practicing at split end to replace Plex if Plex is unable to go. no bother quoting them for you b/c I don't trust either as a news source . That said, the KFFL story lists Mike Garafolo of thr Star-Ledger as having reported that Mix is working in practice as the WR3.

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

He's a little thicker than Colston, looked decent last week, but got most of his targets in garbage time. Auburn had some interesting athletes at receiver coming out in 06 that were raw athletes with promise - Devin Aromashadu had the best speed/combine numbers, but he hasnt done anything. Ben Obomanu was set up for an opportunity when Hackett when down, but he's battling a hammy that has kept him out the first two weeks. Mix(-adu) has now jumped to the head of the pack with the injury to Steve Smith, and seeming lack of development as a WR by Sinorice Moss - he should be making an impact at least on special teams by now, but so far (its early), he's not delivering on the high 2nd they spend on him - and Santonio Holmes was the player who went at their natural pick...

 

[GreatAmericanFF]

Any info on this kid would be appreciated. I know he is big (6'5" 225-ish) and might have been converted from TE, but is a WR?Rings out a bit like Marques Colston. Rotoworld and KFFL have stories about him in the last couple days that he is practicing at split end to replace Plex if Plex is unable to go. no bother quoting them for you b/c I don't trust either as a news source . That said, the KFFL story lists Mike Garafolo of thr Star-Ledger as having reported that Mix is working in practice as the WR3.

Mix got some work last week at the end of the Green Bay game and did well. He had 5 targets with 3 receptions last week mainly in the late part of the game. He picked up quite a bit of buzz in the late stages of the pre season/training camp. Time will tell but I think this kid is in a good position to succeed. Steve Smith is out. Plaxico Burress is dinged and may not play. Factor all that in with the team being bad and they'll be passing a lot as they will be playing from behind. Obviously, we'll know more in the next week or two but I think he definitely has a chance to do relatively well.

 

[Marc Levin]

Tx, guys. I think he's an interesting dynasty prospect - esp. if Sinorice Moss is as much a disappointment as advertised. Toomer won't play for much longer, and SSmith is a different type of receiver.

I imagine he would be a pretty good possession receiver if he started opposite Plex

 

[Bri]

Tx, guys. I think he's an interesting dynasty prospect - esp. if Sinorice Moss is as much a disappointment as advertised. Toomer won't play for much longer, and SSmith is a different type of receiver.

I imagine he would be a pretty good possession receiver if he started opposite Plex

I've been jabberring on about him all summer. He's Plax's backup. Similar size and all, he fills that role perfectly.Toomer is backed up by Smith.

When it seemed Plax may be out early on, Smith and Mix flip flopped spots for about a week or so. They both know all 3 WR spots. Toomer and Plax missed the spring. Toomer missed some of TC and Plax missed most of TC. Both Mix and Smith filled in and it seems Eli treats them as if they're the normal WRs. There's a real comfort level there.

Moss we all know is a dynamic little bugger that's always hurt. The Giants have plays just for him, and have for a couple years. IF he is healthy, Gilbride and Coughlin love his game-breaking ability, he plays whether it's Toomer and Plax at WR or whomever. They find a way to get him in there. I think he plays this week as Coughlin was talking about him in his presser earlier this week.

In 06, Mix was cut and on PS and worked his tail off in the spring and...he earned his spot. Unfortunately, for Mix, Tyree is also possibly back this week. He too will bump Mix down a bit. Eli loves to chuck it high, coverred or not, to Mix if not at the goalline then a simple curl route where it's purposely high. Watch that this week if ya can. There's a confidence level that Eli has in Mix that you don't normally see in inexperienced WRs.

Poor camera work but watch the first ten seconds twice.

 

[Bri]

Q: Anthony Mix is a young receiver who has come out of nowhere to a point where he could become an important contributor. What are your thoughts about him?

Coughlin: “He is a guy that slowly but surely is starting to figure it all out. He made a couple of plays the other day. When he comes along the better off we are going to be. He is a big, strong guy that is another factor. If he catches that ball at the end of the game, it does a lot for his confidence and ours.”

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September 21, 2007

All systems go with Plaxico Burress?

He was limited. He did some things. He didn’t complete the full practice, but he did a few things and we will see. It is going to be one of those deals depending on how he feels on game day.

If he is ready to go, are you worried that he might not make it through the whole game?

We have had the five receivers up so we would have people ready.

Would you move other guys around in that rotation or just sub for Plaxico?

We will see. We will see how that goes.

Anything this week that stands out to you about Eli Manning?

He has practiced well and he has taken all his snaps. He is making progress; moving forward.

Is he pretty good at not getting caught up with Plaxico possibly not being available for the game?

He has dealt with that very well and encouraged other players to come in and do their job. You can see after a week’s practice when other guys have an opportunity they do improve. It is just a natural thing for a player when given the opportunity to step into that role and of course we need them to play well if and when they are asked to play. I am not ruling anything out.

Eli clearly does have his comfort zone with Plaxico right?

Let’s face it, there hasn’t been a lot of work between them in preseason, yet when Plaxico has been able to play he has been very productive. Obviously he is a guy we want on the field; that is why he is here.

Is David Tyree healthy enough to factor into the third receiver spot or is that mostly going to be between Sinorice Moss and Anthony Mix?

However that comes down guys will play different roles.

What kind of role would you see Sinorice Moss playing if Plaxico does not go?

He is prepared to play one of two spots, and he will certainly have his opportunity with Steve Smith down as well.

 

[Bri]

9/20

Q: How is Plaxico?

A: He is going to go tomorrow as far as I know. He did not work today.

Q: Ross?

A: Ross is (fine).

Q: Wilkinson and Tyree?

A: They practiced; doing good.

Q: Is Tyree a possibility …….?

A: You never know. You never know.

Q: If Plaxico is less than 100%, obviously, your third receiver presumably gets to be more important for you. Who ……. Mix or is it going to be Moss......?

A: Each one of them takes a lot of reps in practice. We are getting a lot of work this week, so we will have a of lot information about the Redskins and about their position. They will have …… done a lot of good things.

 

[Marc Levin]

Tx, Bri!

 

[Bri]

Tx, Bri!

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

Tx, Bri!

Yeah great info

 

[Bermuda_Chub]

Here are some snippets from the BBI board reviewing his preseason performances. Personally, I thought he looked the best of any of the Giants' young receivers during the preseason.

Week 1 vs. CAR

No specifics, other than to note that Lorenzen found Anthony Mix in the back of the endzone on a beautifully thrown fade pattern for the game's final score.

Week 2 vs. BAL

The loss of Jennings could mean a roster spot for Anthony Mix if he continues to make plays. Mix has shown soft hands, speed and the ability to go over the middle. A big target, Mix was busy against the Ravens with a team leading 5 catches for 43 yards. He also is a pretty good downfield run blocker.

Week 3 vs. NYJ

Anthony Mix looks more and more like a viable NFL wide receiver with every game. Although he did come down with a case of alligator arms on the one well thrown ball Wright had all night. With Manning at the helm though, Mix showed soft hands against the Jets with seven catches of all varieties going over the middle and showing veteran savvy pushing off ever so slightly on a fade pattern to catch a touchdown.

Week 4 vs. NE

Eli seems to be very comfortable throwing the ball to almost all of his young receivers. Even though Anthony Mix had a drop coming across the middle, he still routinely finds a way to get open and uses his size and athleticism well. I would like to see him catch the ball with his hands more rather than with his body. He could also improve as a blocker. Still though, it is very comforting to see his progress especially when you think of how badly injuries have hurt our receiving corps in the past.

 

[Sanboy]

this guy has serious measurables ...

 

[Bri]

Lil more

Tyree up to probable now so he'll be a gameday active or inactive roster decision for Coughlin. The issue is he's wearing a cast on his left wrist. Don't forget he's a pro bowl ST player. It's possible/likely that the bigger Q for Coughlin is if he can tackle on ST, since he's so valuable there and there's nothing worse than a missed open field ST tackle.

FWIW Mix played 23 plays last week with Plax in.

 

[Bri]

Anyone starting Mix this week? If so over who?

 

[jeter23]

Bri has been all over this guy all offseason. Thanks for the early heads up gb!!

 

[Bri]

The Giants today made a roster move at wide receiver and on special teams, adding Domenik Hixon and waiving Anthony Mix.

Hixon was waived yesterday by the Denver Broncos, for whom he played the first four games. He is the only player to return a kickoff and punt for the Broncos this season. Hixon averaged 22.8 yards on 12 kickoff returns, with a long of 35, and averaged 4.6 yards on seven punt returns, with a long of 14. He also had two special teams tackles and did not catch a pass.

Denver selected Hixon on the fourth round of the 2006 NFL Draft (the 130th pick overall). He spent his rookie season on the Broncos’ reserve/non-football injury list with a left foot injury suffered while preparing for the NFL Draft.

Hixon started 44 games at the University of Akron – 20 at free safety his first two seasons and 24 at wide receiver his last two. He finished his career with 141 receptions (second in school history) for 2,092 yards (third) and set school records as a senior with 75 catches for 1,210 yards.

Hixon was born in Germany – he still speaks German – before moving to Columbus, Ohio, where he was a two-way standout at Whitehall-Yearling High School. He was born on Oct. 8, 1984.

Mix spent the entire 2006 season on the Giants’ practice squad. He made the team in training camp this year and played in each of the first four games. Mix had three catches, all in the loss to Green Bay on Sept. 16.

 

[Bri]

shocked at this waiver

did he park in Coughlin's spot?

 

[Newslang]

He showed up only 2 minutes early to a voluntary meeting. I hope Hixon help us on kick returns though, we are horrible.

 

[Bri]

He showed up only 2 minutes early to a voluntary meeting.

huh?

 

[Bri]

according to a friend of mine, apparently Mix is still PS eligible so once Mix clears waivers....

 

[Ketamine Dreams]

It will be interesting to see who claims him. Any thoughts who it might be?

 

[Boone22]

He showed up only 2 minutes early to a voluntary meeting.

huh?

He's referencing the old article about Coughlin expecting his player to be 5 minutes early to meetings to prevent from being late. Wasn't it Shockey last year that got fined for being late to a meeting even though he was actually 1 or 2 minutes early?

 

[Bri]

It will be interesting to see who claims him. Any thoughts who it might be?

Obviously I think he's a wonderful prospect(this and other threads) so I'm not so sure where he wouldn't fit in nicely. PS in 06 to playing in 07, shows a pretty good work ethic, ability to learn and apply what's learned etc.I'd start him in Buffalo ASAP but I don't much care for anyone other than Evans and they can't get the ball in Roscoe's hand enough so.....I'd probably say that about alot of WRs.He'll probably be a Giant, on their PS.Very weird waiver. He and Smith were their starting wideouts much of the spring and most of the summer. Yeah we knew Plax and Amani would heal up and start over them but ....weird move

 

[Koya]

Wow, this is somewhat of a surprise. Mix really impressed me in my very limited exposure to him. I wonder what was the reason behind this, if nothing else than Mix was simply not needed enough on a team with Burress, Toomer, Smith, Moss when he didnt contribute on special teams. The fact that a ST player was brought in makes me wonder if that was the deciding factor.

I also wonder if this means that the Giants are confident that Burress can play through the pain/injury?

 

[Bri]

according to a friend of mine, apparently Mix is still PS eligible so once Mix clears waivers....

signed to ps

 

[Bri]

Giants wound up putting Mix on the practice squad but as the season wore on, the Redskins grabbed him off the Giants practice squad.

 

[Bri]

Just to summarize some of above, mention last spring summer and all etc. Mix looked real good, like a WR that was really coming into his own development wise. The Giants had his big frame playing the Plaxico role and it was a natural fit for him.

MY Q to dynasty folks, did the Skins landing him wreck any hope for him? While they're not loaded at WR and could use some height at WR, it didn't seem like they used him in 07. There's also a pretty strong indication that they prefer veteran WRs.

 

[chitlins3]

Just to summarize some of above, mention last spring summer and all etc. Mix looked real good, like a WR that was really coming into his own development wise. The Giants had his big frame playing the Plaxico role and it was a natural fit for him.MY Q to dynasty folks, did the Skins landing him wreck any hope for him? While they're not loaded at WR and could use some height at WR, it didn't seem like they used him in 07. There's also a pretty strong indication that they prefer veteran WRs.

Bri - I wouldn't read too much into the Skins not using him much in '07 - he was only signed halfway through the year and the Skins had a bunch of veteran backups (Thrash, McCardell, Caldwell) already in place, plus they really didn't use many 3+ WR looks. From what I saw, Mix really carved a niche for himself on special teams - he made some nice special teams plays in the Vikings and Cowboys games, and he was the one who recovered the kickoff that Seattle couldn't field in the playoff game. If nothing else, his special teams play should at least put him on the inside track for a roster spot in '08. I would imagine that Lloyd and McCardell are gone next year, and possibly Thrash and Caldwell as well. If that is the case, then it is wide open behind Randle-El and Moss, and Mix's size in contrast to those guys may make him a red zone option or give him an opportunity when one of those guys inevitably goes down.

 

[Bri]

Just to summarize some of above, mention last spring summer and all etc. Mix looked real good, like a WR that was really coming into his own development wise. The Giants had his big frame playing the Plaxico role and it was a natural fit for him.MY Q to dynasty folks, did the Skins landing him wreck any hope for him? While they're not loaded at WR and could use some height at WR, it didn't seem like they used him in 07. There's also a pretty strong indication that they prefer veteran WRs.

Bri - I wouldn't read too much into the Skins not using him much in '07 - he was only signed halfway through the year and the Skins had a bunch of veteran backups (Thrash, McCardell, Caldwell) already in place, plus they really didn't use many 3+ WR looks. From what I saw, Mix really carved a niche for himself on special teams - he made some nice special teams plays in the Vikings and Cowboys games, and he was the one who recovered the kickoff that Seattle couldn't field in the playoff game. If nothing else, his special teams play should at least put him on the inside track for a roster spot in '08. I would imagine that Lloyd and McCardell are gone next year, and possibly Thrash and Caldwell as well. If that is the case, then it is wide open behind Randle-El and Moss, and Mix's size in contrast to those guys may make him a red zone option or give him an opportunity when one of those guys inevitably goes down.

I doubt they lose that many WRs though they should. I sure hope you're right.

 

[crnerblitz]

As a Skins fan I would be ok with Mix in the slot. He hasn't had his break out yet but has shown he can sieze an opportunity, like on ST. Santana Moss is in a downward spiral here. His hands have been suspect all year and he lacks the deep threat that was his main tool. It may be that the groin injury is still bothering him, but I cant see how that effects his hands. So if Mix has a productive spring and summer he just might find that he is prepared if opportunity comes a knocking.

 

[redman]

Just to summarize some of above, mention last spring summer and all etc. Mix looked real good, like a WR that was really coming into his own development wise. The Giants had his big frame playing the Plaxico role and it was a natural fit for him.MY Q to dynasty folks, did the Skins landing him wreck any hope for him? While they're not loaded at WR and could use some height at WR, it didn't seem like they used him in 07. There's also a pretty strong indication that they prefer veteran WRs.

Bri - I wouldn't read too much into the Skins not using him much in '07 - he was only signed halfway through the year and the Skins had a bunch of veteran backups (Thrash, McCardell, Caldwell) already in place, plus they really didn't use many 3+ WR looks. From what I saw, Mix really carved a niche for himself on special teams - he made some nice special teams plays in the Vikings and Cowboys games, and he was the one who recovered the kickoff that Seattle couldn't field in the playoff game. If nothing else, his special teams play should at least put him on the inside track for a roster spot in '08. I would imagine that Lloyd and McCardell are gone next year, and possibly Thrash and Caldwell as well. If that is the case, then it is wide open behind Randle-El and Moss, and Mix's size in contrast to those guys may make him a red zone option or give him an opportunity when one of those guys inevitably goes down.

 

[Bri]

Are we "sticking a fork" in Mix after the draft despite this?

http://blog.washingtonpost.com/redskinsins...ml?nav=rss_blog

The Play of the Day came during 7 on 7 drills, when Jason Campbell dropped back and found wide receiver Anthony Mix down the right sideline in the back of the end zone. With a corner in his face, Mix bobbled the ball after a deflection, but hauled it in one-handed. He was out of bounds by the time he got control and nearly sprinted into the woods behind the field, but Zorn had already sprinted 10 yards down the field and screamed encouragement at Mix for the catch.

Campbell said he thought Zorn was going to tackle Campbell's former Auburn teammate when he saw him take off after the play.

"I thought he was going to run him and down and tackle him there for a second, he took after Mix like a shotgun," he said. "But that's excitement, though. You like guys that are excited about playing or coaches that are excited about being out here, excited about playing."

Zorn said the play was important because it was an example of translating a lesson learned in the building out onto the field.

"I'm very excited but that wasn't a put on or anything like that," Zorn said. "I just want to make sure that those guys, when they make that kind of effort to catch the ball and to stay with it, if you saw what he did, I said well that was just unbelievable. Now that was out of bounds, it didn't count in the game because you've got to catch it the first time, but he deserves [encouragement]. That idea we were talking about in there was 'Finish. Finish.' And he did that."

Mix saw several reps with the first team, often playing as the third receiver with Santana Moss and Antwaan Randle El.

and a snip before but for discussion

The rookie wide receivers didn't get any reps with Jason Campbell and the first team during 11 on 11s, but Fred Davis got out there in some sets along with Chris Cooley.

 

[redman]

The drafting of Thomas and Kelly isn't good news for him obviously, but Mix is also a force on special teams which should help him greatly. The top four WR spots are essentially set: Moss, Thomas, Kelly, Randle El. He's playing for the 5th spot, and his primary competition is James Thrash, also a special teams player (and a consummate professional), but not much use on offense.

Mix might be able to beat him out based upon his development at WR to go along with his special teams skills. I'm also not sure but that the team might carry 6 WR's, but we'll have to see.

I'm not expecting great things from him fantasywise though.

 

[Cookiemonster]

The drafting of Thomas and Kelly isn't good news for him obviously, but Mix is also a force on special teams which should help him greatly. The top four WR spots are essentially set: Moss, Thomas, Kelly, Randle El. He's playing for the 5th spot, and his primary competition is James Thrash, also a special teams player (and a consummate professional), but not much use on offense. Mix might be able to beat him out based upon his development at WR to go along with his special teams skills. I'm also not sure but that the team might carry 6 WR's, but we'll have to see. I'm not expecting great things from him fantasywise though.

I wouldn't be so quick to put El @ #4. He's a veteran professional and w/ Thomas & Kelly coming in, they could still use him on return duty and spell him when necessary on offense, but to think that he'll give up the #2 spot so easily is really selling him short. For a little guy, he's tough, will play over the middle and will block his ### off thanks to the tutilage of Hines Ward.

 

[redman]

The drafting of Thomas and Kelly isn't good news for him obviously, but Mix is also a force on special teams which should help him greatly. The top four WR spots are essentially set: Moss, Thomas, Kelly, Randle El. He's playing for the 5th spot, and his primary competition is James Thrash, also a special teams player (and a consummate professional), but not much use on offense. Mix might be able to beat him out based upon his development at WR to go along with his special teams skills. I'm also not sure but that the team might carry 6 WR's, but we'll have to see. I'm not expecting great things from him fantasywise though.

I wouldn't be so quick to put El @ #4. He's a veteran professional and w/ Thomas & Kelly coming in, they could still use him on return duty and spell him when necessary on offense, but to think that he'll give up the #2 spot so easily is really selling him short. For a little guy, he's tough, will play over the middle and will block his ### off thanks to the tutilage of Hines Ward.

I'm a big fan of ARE the football player - fantasy, less so. Anyway, I'm not selling him short. In truth, Zorn plans on using all four of those guys heavily, rotating packages in and out of the game. That applies to Fred Davis too (obviously assuming he and the other rookies get up to speed.) Of those four WR's, though, there's no denying that the guy you'd expect to be least capable of keying an entire passing offense as a true WR1 is ARE - he's a complimentary receiver.

 

[Cookiemonster]

The drafting of Thomas and Kelly isn't good news for him obviously, but Mix is also a force on special teams which should help him greatly. The top four WR spots are essentially set: Moss, Thomas, Kelly, Randle El. He's playing for the 5th spot, and his primary competition is James Thrash, also a special teams player (and a consummate professional), but not much use on offense. Mix might be able to beat him out based upon his development at WR to go along with his special teams skills. I'm also not sure but that the team might carry 6 WR's, but we'll have to see. I'm not expecting great things from him fantasywise though.

I wouldn't be so quick to put El @ #4. He's a veteran professional and w/ Thomas & Kelly coming in, they could still use him on return duty and spell him when necessary on offense, but to think that he'll give up the #2 spot so easily is really selling him short. For a little guy, he's tough, will play over the middle and will block his ### off thanks to the tutilage of Hines Ward.

I'm a big fan of ARE the football player - fantasy, less so. Anyway, I'm not selling him short. In truth, Zorn plans on using all four of those guys heavily, rotating packages in and out of the game. That applies to Fred Davis too (obviously assuming he and the other rookies get up to speed.) Of those four WR's, though, there's no denying that the guy you'd expect to be least capable of keying an entire passing offense as a true WR1 is ARE - he's a complimentary receiver.

Long-term, I strongly agree. For '08 though, I don't think anyone makes a stronger #2 at this point than El, other than their #1. You can't possibly expect a rookie to come in to a west-coast offense w/ li'l Moss, El, Cooley and Portis and think that they're going to get any more than spot duty w/o injury to one of the 1st 3 mentioned. I'm willing to give them odds of about 100:1 of ever cracking my starting lineup in '08. Even so, I may draft Kelly as the 3rd WR and Thomas as the #4 in a rookie draft but I have some old guys that would start on every roster for at least another year or two.

 

[KellysHeroes]

When I first heard Washington signed him.. My eyes opened and I was thinking of reaching for him as a mid-Rd flyer.. the guy made some nice catches last pre-season against 2nd string Defenses. But when Washington loaded up on 2 2nd Rd WRs and TE in this yrs draft.. I realize that Mix is nothing more than a PS Body. I doubt he survives till opening day.

He will have to totally out-work both Rookies before he even sniffs PT this season... or get picked up by another team.

 

[Bizkiteer]

When I first heard Washington signed him.. My eyes opened and I was thinking of reaching for him as a mid-Rd flyer.. the guy made some nice catches last pre-season against 2nd string Defenses. But when Washington loaded up on 2 2nd Rd WRs and TE in this yrs draft.. I realize that Mix is nothing more than a PS Body. I doubt he survives till opening day.He will have to totally out-work both Rookies before he even sniffs PT this season... or get picked up by another team.

His special teams play and youth is what could make him beat out James Thrash for the final WR spot. It will not be for his receiving skils, although he's buddies with the QB (played at Auburn with Campbell).