inspiring work ethic<\/a>, and there’s no doubt that will continue on his way back to the grass.<\/p>\n“Justin did a great job this offseason, from his participation in the program, some of the work the guys were doing leading into camp,” O’Connell said. “So we know Justin is at this point, his career is going to be ready to roll, and it’s as much his presence and his juice and energy every single day, regardless of his participation level.<\/p>\n
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