And he did. Despite the fact Long allowed five sacks this season, double what he had in 2008, and has committed two false starts and one holding penalty in 2009, everyone in the know will testify that the former Michigan standout is light years ahead of where he was as a rookie.
His postgame grades from the coaches reflect that. More evidence came when his peers and NFL coaches finished off what fans started, selecting him as a Pro Bowl starter for the AFC squad.
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