Oh, Look It Here: Nathan Vasher Is Making A Comeback
Clearly, the most rewarding part of penning a post entitled “The Rise And Fall Of Nate Vasher” would be seeing resiliency rewarded. And with that: just when you thought it was safe to write off Vasher for good … yes! yes! … well, he doesn’t suck as a free safety. No, no, that’s a really good thing!
Given his obvious struggles at cornerback, Vasher is being tried at free safety during nickel situations in practice. And while after nine practices, he’s yet to have had a pass thrown his way–um, kind of odd–Jerry Angelo seems to like how he’s progressing, even going as far as to comment on the return of the ever-elusive swagger!
“He really has come on lately in terms of his intensity level,” Bears general manager Jerry Angelo said. “You can see a swagger again — not only on what he’s doing on defense but also on special teams. He is back playing with a lot of confidence. We’re seeing more of the old Nate.”
And that’s really what matters. From all I’ve ever heard, it’s no easy task to switch positions in the NFL and become acclimated immediately, let alone, ever be successful. But, just maybe, Vasher thriving and playing more loose at free safety provides him the confidence boost needed to get back to becoming a Pro Bowl corner again.
I believe in Nate and given a real chance he can and will “come back”. Everyone on the team has made mistakes as you can see from our records from the beginning. They will not give up on the others why give up on Nate? I like seeing him play at different positions. It makes him try even harder to let you know he has not given up. (Still Nate’s biggest fan)
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