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... As has been the case throughout training camp, passes to running backs and tight ends were a point of emphasis Tuesday.
Heavy involvement of the running backs as receiving targets is by design, Offensive Coordinator Rich Scangarello noted.
"Yeah, without question. This style of play is about creating matchups where you can, and the halfback is a big part of that," he said.
"We definitely have complementary pieces and really talented backs that can do a lot of different stuff, so it's our job to put them in position to do that as much as we can."
... Fangio expressed satisfaction with the work of left tackle Garett Bolles so far in training camp.
"He's the incumbent, and somebody's got to knock him out, kind of like a heavyweight championship, and so far he's had a great camp," Fangio said. "If we were to play today against Oakland, he'd be the starter hands down -- unanimous decision."
... Cornerback Isaac Yiadom should play extensively Thursday, and he capped the day with a back-of-the-end-zone interception of a Lock pass toward Fred Brown during a team red-zone period.
With Bryce Callahan sidelined after having his foot stepped on during Saturday's practice, Yiadom has been a mainstay during first-team periods, giving him a path to be the No. 3 cornerback.
"Ever since they took the caution away from him with the shoulder I like the way he's progressing," Fangio said. "He's a very conscientious player, wants to do well for himself, for the coaches, for the team. We really enjoy coaching him. It'd be good for him to get action."
... Chris Harris Jr. also intercepted Lock, leaping for a pass intended for rookie wide receiver Juwann Winfree.
... Defensive end DeMarcus Walker continued his solid camp by batting down a pass at the line of scrimmage during the team red-zone period.
... One positive moment for Lock came when he was working against the first-team defense. Rolling out to the right, he had Von Miller closing in on him, but Lock deftly lofted the ball over Miller's reach and into the grasp of Brendan Langley with Harris in coverage. The play gained only 3 yards, but the touch on the ball from Lock was a good sign.
... Linebacker Justin Hollins showed off his 4.5 speed, breaking up a long attempt to tight end Noah Fant during a team period. Hollins stayed with Fant step for step, allowing him to remain in position to make a play on the football.