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Re: Starting QB
Heard from a defensive coach that this will be the best defensive team we have ever had... that is pretty exciting to think about.
He Also said he thought Thomas be be fine. He took what the defense was giving him, made smart decisions and if nothing was open, he could tuck it and run.
Hopefully if we get our o-line to gel, we will be in good shape
He Also said he thought Thomas be be fine. He took what the defense was giving him, made smart decisions and if nothing was open, he could tuck it and run.
Hopefully if we get our o-line to gel, we will be in good shape
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Re: Starting QB
Thanks to our recently departed Defensive Coordinator's recruiting over the past few years.The Rock wrote: ↑Mon May 28, 2018 9:30 pmHeard from a defensive coach that this will be the best defensive team we have ever had... that is pretty exciting to think about.
He Also said he thought Thomas be be fine. He took what the defense was giving him, made smart decisions and if nothing was open, he could tuck it and run.
Hopefully if we get our o-line to gel, we will be in good shape
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No doubt Sloan was a great recruiter. Hopefully we don't miss a beat though with the quality staff we have.
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If you mean Sloan, sure. Woody didn't really recruit.NewApp wrote: ↑Wed May 30, 2018 8:00 amThanks to our recently departed Defensive Coordinator's recruiting over the past few years.The Rock wrote: ↑Mon May 28, 2018 9:30 pmHeard from a defensive coach that this will be the best defensive team we have ever had... that is pretty exciting to think about.
He Also said he thought Thomas be be fine. He took what the defense was giving him, made smart decisions and if nothing was open, he could tuck it and run.
Hopefully if we get our o-line to gel, we will be in good shape
Also our remaining defensive coaches have recruited (and developed) a lot of those players too.
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Re: Starting QB
1. Don't you think Woody's reputation and character played a role in who decided to signEastHallApp wrote: ↑Wed May 30, 2018 10:04 amIf you mean Sloan, sure. Woody didn't really recruit.NewApp wrote: ↑Wed May 30, 2018 8:00 amThanks to our recently departed Defensive Coordinator's recruiting over the past few years.The Rock wrote: ↑Mon May 28, 2018 9:30 pmHeard from a defensive coach that this will be the best defensive team we have ever had... that is pretty exciting to think about.
He Also said he thought Thomas be be fine. He took what the defense was giving him, made smart decisions and if nothing was open, he could tuck it and run.
Hopefully if we get our o-line to gel, we will be in good shape
Also our remaining defensive coaches have recruited (and developed) a lot of those players too.
2. Don't you think Woody set the tone for what type player we wanted?
I do, but I could be wrong as I never met Coach Sloan but have Woody a few times.
I just know that over the season, we will see how much we miss Coach Woody.
Also glad we were able to keep the core members of the staff.
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I didn't know Coach Woody either but it is my understanding his style of management was very "inclusive." That is a good thing for transition and consistency. I love the confidence of a DC saying this will be our best unit ever but if we achieve that coming off the turnover we have to replace in the defense, I'm going to be amazed...and over joyed!
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Certainly yes on 2, probably yes to a lesser extent on 1.NewApp wrote: ↑Wed May 30, 2018 11:33 am1. Don't you think Woody's reputation and character played a role in who decided to signEastHallApp wrote: ↑Wed May 30, 2018 10:04 amIf you mean Sloan, sure. Woody didn't really recruit.NewApp wrote: ↑Wed May 30, 2018 8:00 amThanks to our recently departed Defensive Coordinator's recruiting over the past few years.The Rock wrote: ↑Mon May 28, 2018 9:30 pmHeard from a defensive coach that this will be the best defensive team we have ever had... that is pretty exciting to think about.
He Also said he thought Thomas be be fine. He took what the defense was giving him, made smart decisions and if nothing was open, he could tuck it and run.
Hopefully if we get our o-line to gel, we will be in good shape
Also our remaining defensive coaches have recruited (and developed) a lot of those players too.
2. Don't you think Woody set the tone for what type player we wanted?
I do, but I could be wrong as I never met Coach Sloan but have Woody a few times.
I just know that over the season, we will see how much we miss Coach Woody.
Also glad we were able to keep the core members of the staff.
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FWIW, didn't mention this earlier in discussing Satt's comments but he sounded very confident in the defense also. We actually didn't talk that much about the D, not because they aren't good but because there just don't seem to be any real question marks there. His comments were basically just matter-of-fact that we're going to be really good on D again, and then moved on to the new players on offense.Yosef84 wrote: ↑Wed May 30, 2018 11:55 amI didn't know Coach Woody either but it is my understanding his style of management was very "inclusive." That is a good thing for transition and consistency. I love the confidence of a DC saying this will be our best unit ever but if we achieve that coming off the turnover we have to replace in the defense, I'm going to be amazed...and over joyed!
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That is REALLY good to hear!!!!EastHallApp wrote: ↑Wed May 30, 2018 12:01 pmFWIW, didn't mention this earlier in discussing Satt's comments but he sounded very confident in the defense also. We actually didn't talk that much about the D, not because they aren't good but because there just don't seem to be any real question marks there. His comments were basically just matter-of-fact that we're going to be really good on D again, and then moved on to the new players on offense.Yosef84 wrote: ↑Wed May 30, 2018 11:55 amI didn't know Coach Woody either but it is my understanding his style of management was very "inclusive." That is a good thing for transition and consistency. I love the confidence of a DC saying this will be our best unit ever but if we achieve that coming off the turnover we have to replace in the defense, I'm going to be amazed...and over joyed!
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Awesome to hear. I have great confidence in our coaches. Here's to not missing a beat and finding out that our current players and current coaches find even more success than their predecessors.
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Replacing a 20-year DC with a first-year DC will be a big question mark. Doesn't mean I don't think Brown can do it, but Woody had a knack for calling the right plays almost all of the time. That's something you can't be reassured of until the games.
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Regarding Brown, I think he has a ton of upside potential. He has tangibles, size, arm strength and speed that can't be taught. However, he appears young and in need of additional development and coaching. That will take time. In the meantime, I like Thomas to be our leader. He can be a stud.
For anyone that needs to see an example, watch Stephen Brown's Hudl vs UGA's Justin Fields HS tapes. There is a significant difference in their form and footwork. Brown has the size, speed and arm, and can chuck it with strength on the run but his form needs a lot of work. No doubt that will come over time but he definitely needs to develop. This is not even mentioning what was said previously about the speed and complexity of the college game.
For anyone that needs to see an example, watch Stephen Brown's Hudl vs UGA's Justin Fields HS tapes. There is a significant difference in their form and footwork. Brown has the size, speed and arm, and can chuck it with strength on the run but his form needs a lot of work. No doubt that will come over time but he definitely needs to develop. This is not even mentioning what was said previously about the speed and complexity of the college game.
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I can see Zac being utilized more than we did Taylor in the run pass option. I wouldn't be surprised if Zac puts up some good rushing numbers in addition to efficient passing. If our oline can gel, we just might have another 10 win season in our sights. I don't see anything short of 8-4.
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I actually like the fact that the relatively inexperienced QBs will get a chance to play against an elite team right out of the gate. Penn State's defense may be a more typical big bruising B1G style of play and not as speedy as an SEC style, but the size, strength and skill will be bigger and better than anything in the SunBelt.
It's going to be interesting to see what comes out of fall camp and I hope both Thomas and Brown (if he's not red shirting) get a look at Penn State.
It's going to be interesting to see what comes out of fall camp and I hope both Thomas and Brown (if he's not red shirting) get a look at Penn State.
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Thomas certainly didn't look overwhelmed when he came in against UGA last year and in limited playing time over the season looked darn good. If the OL can jell quickly Apps offense should be good. Lots of unproven talent at WR so hopefully the QB and WR's can get on the same page quickly and App's RB's can stay a little healthier than last season as a group.
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I saw Brown play in the Shrine Bowl , seems to be a good long term prospect and I'm hoping he redshirts.The ECU QB recruit, in contrast , looked like Roman Gabriel , that day anyway.I'm excited to see what Zac can do which of course is dependent on the O-line.It's going to be a good year.
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Will be interesting to see leadership develop with the O early on. Last season they looked very lethargic through most first halves before clicking the last part of the season. Who's going to step up and own it this year?