Crootin Forum: Football Talk VI

Status
Not open for further replies.
#528
#528
@JaysonSwain 9m
If McCullers plays like he practiced tonight and ended practice tonight, #Vols will shock some folks.
 
  • Like
Reactions: 16 people
#529
#529
Ron Swanson said:
@JaysonSwain 9m
If McCullers plays like he practiced tonight and ended practice tonight, #Vols will shock some folks.
Click to expand...

Just saw that. That's the report I've been waiting all fall practice for. If the big man puts it all together, watch out.

I can't wait to see him unleashed against that Oregon OL...
 
  • Like
Reactions: 2 people
#531
#531
vol2002 said:
Just saw that. That's the report I've been waiting all fall practice for. If the big man puts it all together, watch out.

I can't wait to see him unleashed against that Oregon OL...
Click to expand...

Anyone know how many OL starters they return?
 
#533
#533
Ron Swanson said:
@JaysonSwain 9m
If McCullers plays like he practiced tonight and ended practice tonight, #Vols will shock some folks.
Click to expand...

Go make your legacy as one of the guys that paved the way for our rise to the top big fellow!!!!


And on your way to doing that also make a few million for yourself!!!


Hell of a lot of motivation for that kid!!
 
#535
#535
BruinVol said:
@TheDannyParker: Read who @UTCoachJones inserted at quarterback with the first-team offense when he needed to see more command Scout.com: Notes: Camp grind continues Monday


Anybody got a scout sub?
Click to expand...

Riyahd and Vereen on crutches. Maggit should be full speed in a couple of days. Coaches are looking to get Pig the ball in many ways. Special teams did a "game winning field goal attempt" at 52 yards- Palardy missed, Bullock made. Darr will likely start season as starting punter. Jones yelled pver the mic that this team has "too many losing habits" because of mental mistakes on special teams. Cam Sutton worked as a gunner, most impressive freshman so far. Steelers and Seahawks had scouts on hand. Fergie got some first team reps when Jones said Worley wasn't as smooth as he needs to be on the attack.
 
  • Like
Reactions: 2 people
#539
#539
Worley's interviews don't give me much confidence he's the man for the job. He doesn't seem like the brightest crayon in the box. Maybe it's just nervs talking to the press..
 
#540
#540
rach83 said:
Anyone know how many OL starters they return?
Click to expand...

The Oregon offense will continue to be explosive with nine returning starters back in action. Sophomore Marcus Mariota has the potential to be the best quarterback to ever run Oregon’s spread offense. After two-year starter Darron Thomas decided to leave college early for the pros, there was a bit of a scare surrounding the quarterback situation at Oregon. After the season opener last season though, Duck Nation knew that Mariota was going to be something special.

As a first year starter, the cool and collected Hawaiian threw for 2,677 yards, 32 touchdowns and just six interceptions. He was also a threat in the rushing attack as well. Mariota rushed for 752 yards and five touchdowns.

The backfield will miss Oregon’s second all-time career rushing leader in Kenjon Barner, but it has depth with speedster De'Anthony Thomas, Byron Marshall and highly touted freshman Thomas Tyner. Thomas will finally get his time at running back, but don't be surprised if he's lined up at receiver as well.

The receiving corps will be loaded with talent and depth this season, meaning that Mariota will be passing the ball a lot more. Senior Josh Huff returns after averaging 15.4 yards per reception last season, as well as junior tight end Colt Lyerla, who scored seven total touchdowns and brought a physical presence to the Duck offense.

Mariota will also have targets Bralon Addison, Keanon Lowe and Daryle Hawkins to choose from. The offensive line basically stays intact with All-Pac-12 center Hroniss Grasu, left tackle Tyler Johnstone and right tackle Jake Fisher.
Click to expand...

Oregon Ducks Football: 2013 Season Preview | Bleacher Report
 
#541
#541
Any positions on the team you feel have gotten significantly better?

"I think they are move physical on the offensive front. I also think the backs are playing better. Depth at linebacker is a huge concern and I don't think it's any bigger of a concern, I didn't think that they would be leaning on the young wide receivers as much as they are this early."

-VQ
 
#543
#543
On the OL and DL progression.

"But, right now I think the offensive line is practicing really well. Obviously, this group is extremely talented and have a number of gifted players.

The defensive line has a ways to go in my opinion from watching practice and talking to coaches. They seem to struggle at creating negative plays and struggle to get off blocks. Now, how much of that is they're going up against a very talented and experienced offensive line? I don't know."

-VQ
 
  • Like
Reactions: 1 person
#544
#544
TriCitiesVol said:
On the OL and DL progression.

"But, right now I think the offensive line is practicing really well. Obviously, this group is extremely talented and have a number of gifted players.

The defensive line has a ways to go in my opinion from watching practice and talking to coaches. They seem to struggle at creating negative plays and struggle to get off blocks. Now, how much of that is they're going up against a very talented and experienced offensive line? I don't know."

-VQ
Click to expand...

Too bad on the DL. I am holding out hope they would be the surprise unit this fall. They still can be. My hope is that going against an elite OL everyday will strengthen them.
 
#546
#546
vol2002 said:
Too bad on the DL. I am holding out hope they would be the surprise unit this fall. They still can be. My hope is that going against an elite OL everyday will strengthen them.
Click to expand...

In retrospect, that's exactly the thought process we had about our CBs last year lol

But I hope you're right. Having Couch on the sideline hurts. Losing 55 and 50 to injuries is also a killer. Latroy, O'Brien, and Corey Miller are going to have to pick it up. It's now or never for Corey Miller.
 
  • Like
Reactions: 2 people
#548
#548
TriCitiesVol said:
In retrospect, that's exactly the thought process we had about our CBs last year lol

But I hope you're right. Having Couch on the sideline hurts. Losing 55 and 50 to injuries is also a killer. Latroy, O'Brien, and Corey Miller are going to have to pick it up. It's now or never for Corey Miller.
Click to expand...

After I typed this, I thought the same thing about last year's CBs. I guess we'll just wait and see.
 
#550
#550
Lockdown, you are the only person i have ever seen, who has ever liked anything about Tony Carter's game in college or the pros. Lol
 
Last edited:
New posts
Status
Not open for further replies.
Advertisement



Back
Top