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1. is Bray having a sophomore slump, a legitimate concern?

2. is Simms being improved, enough, to be at least a game manager, a legitimate hope?

3. the play calling was night/day with Simms/Bray. does Chaney attempt to find middle ground in the spring?

4. Nance yr 2 >< Worley yr 1?
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1. Of course it is a concern, but if anyone can overcome a "slump," it is Tyler Bray! As long as he doesn't get the bighead and feel like the "big man on campus" like Ainge did.

2. Yes, Simms can manage a game. I just wouldn't want to watch it. lol

3. No, Simms and Bray are Night and Day.

4. Number 3 doesn't matter that much. Worley is > Simms.
 
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1. It is obvioulsy a concern but with Chaney guiding him I think he will continue to improve.
2. Simms is committed to being a leader for this team and think he can step in and manage a game for the team if need be.
3. I think that depends on how the run blocking/run game improves...I think we will be more at 55/45 or 60/40 pass/run this year hopefully.
4. I put Worley yr 1 over Nance yr 2, but Worley will redshirt so technically Nance may be in front of him.
 
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1. Yes
2. No
3. If our rbs improve, I think he will.
4. I will take Worley. I think Nance is here because of DaRick.

Jmo
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1. Don't see that happening. Bray is special.
2. Yes, mechanically, maybe mentally.
3. If Bray stays healthy, mute point. If he gets hurt we could be in trouble.
4. Worley trumps Nance.
GO VOLS!
 
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1. Bray needs to stay eligible, and not have too much fun like he had at the beginning of last year.
2. Simms is the best option at backup QB
3. I'd say 65:35 pass to run
4. Worley will redshirt. Word has it that he too has a cocky attitude.
 
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It's amazing how young we are across the entire offense. Bray's success this season will depend on how much he can step into a leadership role and help his unit gel. He'll have some bad mistakes, as will our receivers and our line. Whether or not he slumps depends on how well he handles those mistakes and the players that make them.
 
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I am very worried about Bray falling off like Ainge did. They are too very different QBs. Bray is a risk-taker. Ainge was a coward. But attitude wise they seem similar. He seems to have the Chris Rix syndrome as far as his throws and that scares me a little. Most quarterbacks grow out of this. I believe that Bray will, if he is coachable. That being said, given our recent history, there is something in me that expects Murphy's law to prevail.
 
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Sophomore slumps? Yeah a concern but we'll see. By Sept 2011, Bray would have been on campus for 18 months so he should have a good handle on things.
Simms? If not for Bray stepping up big like he did, Simms would still be the guy and his success would hinge on an improved O-Line next year.
Play calling: It seems like the staff desperately wants a running game. That will depend on the O-line and the running backs (obviously). The line should be better as first Wylie and now McKeefery have had the time to turn 18 year old fat into 19 year old muscle.
Nance vs Worley? Worley wants to compete and will be given the chance. Don't forget about Raulston, he may rebound from his legal problems and had decent ratings out of highschool.
 
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I think the only way Simms plays is if Bray is injured. We have so many more options with Bray under center than Simms. Bray is a much better passer than Simms. He made some incredible throws last year. We don't need a game manager - we need a game changer. If we had a great o-line and an outstanding def, a game manager would be great. But we don't have that, so we need someone that can win games under center and Simms is not that guy.
 
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orange parmejohn said:
1. is Bray having a sophomore slump, a legitimate concern?

2. is Simms being improved, enough, to be at least a game manager, a legitimate hope?

3. the play calling was night/day with Simms/Bray. does Chaney attempt to find middle ground in the spring?

4. Nance yr 2 >< Worley yr 1?
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1) Yes, but his WR's will help him tremendously. Sadly not having D'mo and Jones will be crucial.

2) No, Simms is a baby and a terrible teammate. The rest of his time should be spent holding a clipboard and getting Bray Gatorade.

3) No, The offense will be wide open this year. Foot on the gas with no brakes.

4) Worley all day and twice on Sunday before Nance.
 
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I think Bray is the real deal and will perform as long as the coaches don't let him get in his own way...meaning the ego and throat slashing garbage needs to never show itself again. He showed his immaturity in the bowl game for sure, didn't play bad (all things considered) but was too full of himself. I would hope that Dooley has already talked with him one on one about those things and they will be a thing of the past (here' hoping!).
 
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I believe we see an improved version of Bray this year. He played lights out last year, but it was against a few lesser teams, UNC excluded. Remember that he really didn't fully grasp the system, and CC stated that Bray is just out there having fun. ONce he fully understands how to read defenses, I believe he will be able to really light it up. That said, he has to gain enough maturity to stay out of his own way. I think that is where the slump danger comes into the equation.
 
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My sentiments about Bray reside in the young reciever relationships. They are all young, all talented, and most if not all think very highly of themselves. Add in a young QB that has the same attributes and you have total boom or abysmal bust.

If they are out of sync because they forgot the route or the read bust.

If one feels overlooked and takes routes or blocks off bust.

If Bray trusts them naively and starts spewing balls in bad spots bust.

Whichever QB can lead those young WO's and spread the ball around with success will get the job. Bray has it and should keep it but he has a lot to juggle with that young talent while keeping himself in check.
Chaney has to have a really excited but nervous feeling going into this season. He's got to grow this talent without overwhelming them and make sure egos stay in check. All while trying to figure out how in the heck we CREATE a run game and get the Oline to step way up.
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DD4ME said:
My sentiments about Bray reside in the young reciever relationships. They are all young, all talented, and most if not all think very highly of themselves. Add in a young QB that has the same attributes and you have total boom or abysmal bust.

If they are out of sync because they forgot the route or the read bust.

If one feels overlooked and takes routes or blocks off bust.

If Bray trusts them naively and starts spewing balls in bad spots bust.

Whichever QB can lead those young QB's and spread the ball around with success will get the job. Bray has it and should keep it but he has a lot to juggle with that young talent while keeping himself in check.
Chaney has to have a really excited but nervous feeling going into this season. He's got to grow this talent without overwhelming them and make sure egos stay in check. All while trying to figure out how in the heck we CREATE a run game and get the Oline to step way up.
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Granted, it is a young receiving corps. HOwever, Hunter displayed incredible athletic ability, sure hands, and ample speed. He also did a pretty good job with rout running. DaRick's biggest problem last season was grasping the numerous routs, and how to run them effectively. Toward the end of the season he did much better, and he should improve all the more through spring, summer, and fall. If the WO's can avoid getting a case of the dropsies I think we will be OK in this department. Also, we have a pretty good WO from Ohio dressed in Orange to boot.
 
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ibvolman said:
Granted, it is a young receiving corps. HOwever, Hunter displayed incredible athletic ability, sure hands, and ample speed. He also did a pretty good job with rout running. DaRick's biggest problem last season was grasping the numerous routs, and how to run them effectively. Toward the end of the season he did much better, and he should improve all the more through spring, summer, and fall. If the WO's can avoid getting a case of the dropsies I think we will be OK in this department. Also, we have a pretty good WO from Ohio dressed in Orange to boot.
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We agree I was simply stating you could have all that talent implode on itself if they don't stay cohesive and work like hell to own their assignments.
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People talk about tys maturity but what would you do if players spit on you at the end of regulation when nc thought they lost. I think he showed great maturity for not hitting #46 from nc. That's one of the players that spit on Tyler this was from his coach
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parkay32 said:
People talk about tys maturity but what would you do if players spit on you at the end of regulation when nc thought they lost. I think he showed great maturity for not hitting #46 from nc. That's one of the players that spit on Tyler this was from his coach
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That's good, hadn't heard that but he'll have bigger things to handle this year.
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I have all the confidence in the world that Bray, the offensive line and our great young receivers will all improve and become even better of an offensive unit than they were last year. They need to develop a running game to keep the opponents defenses honest. I believe the coaching staff won't allow the young players to get too full of themselves and will give them a good plan to win games. The next few years should be exciting and I hope we can keep the core of coaches we have on board.
 
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i have an unwarranted feeling that Simms will be called on to win a game(s) this year, due to whatever reasons. i think that an effective run game and improved o-line may be enough to allow him to manage the offense. as was stated, earlier, we need a game changer, not manager, but we got what we got.. i hope there is enough of a run game to allow a more similar gameplan between the qbs.
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hmanvolfan said:
I have all the confidence in the world that Bray, the offensive line and our great young receivers will all improve and become even better of an offensive unit than they were last year. They need to develop a running game to keep the opponents defenses honest. I believe the coaching staff won't allow the young players to get too full of themselves and will give them a good plan to win games. The next few years should be exciting and I hope we can keep the core of coaches we have on board.
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I agree with H...
 
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