Milton’s drop rate #1 in SEC

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GoVolunteers said:
When it’s Milton… we blame the QB… when it’s Bailey… we blame the WRs
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GoVolunteers said:
When it’s Milton… we blame the QB… when it’s Bailey… we blame the WRs
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Neither Hooker or Bailey are on the list. Bailey doesn't have enough attempts - at the end of the day Milton doesn't throw a very catchable ball = that's why he leads the SEC in drops passes while Hooker throwing to those same receivers is not in the top 10. So if 1. you throw a burning rocketball with no touch - that the receivers can't catch and 2, you also lead the league in overthrown passes, have a low quarterback rating, were at Michigan 3 years with similar problems, then ....

Then it must be the fault of the coaches, the receivers, and the other quarterbacks
and people concerned that there might be a small problem with Milton's qb play are just jealous or racist.

I have nothing against Milton - have seen a few qbs in my day -
not many - but some get it turned around. Most do not.
I like him, but I question if someone, anyone can fix his shortcomings.

If a punt, pass, and kick contest breaks out - He is my guy.
 
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Do they have a list for overthrown receivers with no defender within 20 yards? He’d definitely be no1 on that list also. The receivers are probably dropping passes due to their surprise at the ball hitting their hands.
 
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Ashevillevol said:
All I remember is him standing there like a statue for five seconds not even moving in the pocket. Maybe the hit he took in the Pitt game made him rethink that.
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That was exclusively during the BG game. You know why? Because they were dropping 8 and only rushing 3 every down. In that case he has 2 choices. Wait for the WRs to come open (difficult vs 8) or scramble. He chose to wait and launch it every time. Maybe that was a coaches decision, idk. But in a competitive game he should’ve just taken off and ran
 
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volinthenorth said:
Hang in there. Maybe you will evolve into a higher form of life at some point. In the meantime, enjoy your life down where you are.
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What’s with the hate?! Does it make you feel better to knock somebody down? I understood what he was saying. We’re all on the same team here!
 
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volfan_28 said:
It’d be nice if our guys would catch the ball, but how much of this is due to the fact that he throws the hardest ball in the league?
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The drops have nothing to do with the way Milton throws the ball the receivers are just not getting it done. Fans have only complained about Milton's over throws but they wouldn't matter as much if the receivers did their job. Has anyone seen Hyatt 👀 he hasn't shown up to work yet
 
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The announcers and/or analysts while calling games or while analyzing a player. I've heard a lot say about certain QB's (he throws a very catchable ball) I heard this all my life. So there has got to be something to it the ball spin, the speed, the nuance on certain routes. IMO it's just not as simple as catches and drops or these analysts wouldn't bring it up. I'm sure some WR's can catch about anything thrown at them but they're few and far between and end up in the NFL. FYI I'm not just talking about Milton I've heard this refrain about a lot of QB's over the years.
 
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JohnnyJava said:
IMO, any pass that travels more than 15-20 yards (either horizontally or vertically) reduces the velocity enough via air drag, and gives a receiver time to get their hands in position to the point that the receiver can't use initial pass velocity as an excuse. Our WRs practice use JUGS machines which can throw 70 MPH passes. I've seen practice videos of Jauan Jennings practically taking the football off the JUGS machine he was so close. According to the internets, as of 2018 the fastest QB throw at the NFL combine is 66 MPH, and only three have been measured topping 60 mph (Mahomes hit 60 MPH). The whole idea that a wr can't catch one of Milton's passes on a 10 yard out where the ball is travelling 20 yards horizontally and 10 yards vertically (which equal 22 yards air distance) is laughable. We have one receiver in particular who has issues with drops.
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Excellent point. The receivers have had time to adjust to Miltons velocity so there are no excuses for the drops except for lack of talent or mental focus.
 
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sechamp2012 said:
The announcers and/or analysts while calling games or while analyzing a player. I've heard a lot say about certain QB's (he throws a very catchable ball) I heard this all my life. So there has got to be something to it the ball spin, the speed, the nuance on certain routes. IMO it's just not as simple as catches and drops or these analysts wouldn't bring it up. I'm sure some WR's can catch about anything thrown at them but they're few and far between and end up in the NFL. FYI I'm not just talking about Milton I've heard this refrain about a lot of QB's over the years.
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You would be correct - among other things a catchable ball typically has a little air under it on the long patterns - it involves anticipating where the receiver will be - leading him and catching him in stride and not throwing it at or behind him.

Leading the league in drops can be viewed as a problem with the receivers, with the qb or both.
playing receiver also nvolves timing - if there is a little air under it you can adjust and catch the ball -
 
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Milton sucks at the deep ball. Let's just be real. He doesn't have the touch required to do it. He has the arm strength for sure. Congrats. You either have it or you don't. But....guys like Hyatt don't help dropping easily catchable balls. I wonder if Bailey isn't starting becuz he's not a Heupel guy. Maybe Heupel wants to win with a guy he brought in...not inherited. Maybe not...I don't know. Just a thought.
 
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JohnnyJava said:
IMO, any pass that travels more than 15-20 yards (either horizontally or vertically) reduces the velocity enough via air drag, and gives a receiver time to get their hands in position to the point that the receiver can't use initial pass velocity as an excuse. Our WRs practice use JUGS machines which can throw 70 MPH passes. I've seen practice videos of Jauan Jennings practically taking the football off the JUGS machine he was so close. According to the internets, as of 2018 the fastest QB throw at the NFL combine is 66 MPH, and only three have been measured topping 60 mph (Mahomes hit 60 MPH). The whole idea that a wr can't catch one of Milton's passes on a 10 yard out where the ball is travelling 20 yards horizontally and 10 yards vertically (which equal 22 yards air distance) is laughable. We have one receiver in particular who has issues with drops.
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I have not been to any practices for a few years, but, I doubt the JUG machine is set anywhere near 70 MPH in college football practices.
 
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BSAvol said:
I have so much hope for Hyatt, but so far he is like the modern day Spotted Ape Leonard "hands of stone" Scott. He has to make catches! Really hope things begin to click for Hyatt soon.
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I think Hyatt will be okay he has the routes and speed of a slot but he is more of a outside guy… he broke all wr records at a storied high school he has the hands right now it’s all mental for Hyatt the kid has never struggled in his life till now and it’s kind of shocking him… he will be fine tho once he mentally gets back right he will be what we thought I’m hoping he gets a few deep shots tonight.
 
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