What do you expect from Oku?

[Phat-Phil]

I was really excited about him coming out of HS.

He probably could have used a redshirt last year but he still showed some flashes.

So what do you all expect from him this year?-im hoping he is atleast our 2nd back as well as our return specialist.
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[GreveHaller]

I expect him to be handed the ball and then run preferrably in the opposite direction of the defense

 

[cardwell]

I'd say hope more than expect - 250-300 yds rushing, the same amount receiving, and solid kick-off returns

 

[GAVol]

I'd say hope more than expect - 250-300 yds rushing, the same amount receiving, and solid kick-off returns

That's probably realistic.

 

[Phat-Phil]

I expect him to be handed the ball and then run preferrably in the opposite direction of the defense

Thanks

I just think he can be an exciting player for UT and was wondering if anyone else thought the same.
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[PA Vol]

i think he will always remain a fan favorite, but i get the feeling that he will never peak the depth chart during his time here. sad, because i also had high hopes for him too. hes a good kid.

 

[flowd82]

IMO his stats depend solely on if Bryce Brown returns to the team or not.

If BB returns I would say Oku gets about 250 YDS, 2 or 3 rusing TD's, and leads us in KR and PR yards with a return touchdown.

Without BB I say Oku gets about 400-450 YDS, 5 TD's, and also a return TD.

 

[PrattvilleVol]

I expect him to be handed the ball and then run preferrably in the opposite direction of the defense

Negative...That would be a safety

 

[Ill Will Vol]

Bryce is not coming back.

 

[SigEpVolFan]

I don't understand why people still think that BB is coming back. Everything I have read over the past few weeks says he's gone. Am I missing something? What makes people think he is coming back?

 

[flowd82]

Bryce is not coming back.

Well you can look at my "with BB" Oku stats then.

 

[GreveHaller]

Thanks

I just think he can be an exciting player for UT and was wondering if anyone else thought the same.
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Thing is we just dont know and that's because we dont know what kind of offense DD will run. New coach, new system, new players. The question would probably be better this time next year after we witness the product on the field.

 

[Ill Will Vol]

I will be interesting to see how the number of carries are split between Oku and Williams.

 

[Ill Will Vol]

Well you can look at my "with BB" Oku stats then.

Just saying you can just stop the, if Bryce comes back stuff.

 

[PrattvilleVol]

IMO his stats depend solely on if Bryce Brown returns to the team or not.

If BB returns I would say Oku gets about 250 YDS, 2 or 3 rusing TD's, and leads us in KR and PR yards with a return touchdown.

Without BB I say Oku gets about 400-450 YDS, 5 TD's, and also a return TD.

I think Poole will have a little...no A LOT to say about that

 

[GreveHaller]

Negative...That would be a safety

So if the defense is running to his right and he runs to the left and goes out of bounds, that's a safety? Not sure which rule book you're reading from.

 

[BigOrangeD]

Thing is we just dont know and that's because we dont know what kind of offense DD will run. New coach, new system, new players. The question would probably be better this time next year after we witness the product on the field.

Agree

 

[Ill Will Vol]

I don't understand why people still think that BB is coming back. Everything I have read over the past few weeks says he's gone. Am I missing something? What makes people think he is coming back?

I can't figure this out either. I mean the guy didn't participate in spring practice and isn't even in town anymore.....

 

[VolFanNC09]

I am hoping that he is used a lot on 3rd downs. Basically in the slot or as a receiving back. If Poole holds up, expect Oku to be in the 300-500yard range rushing and hopefully the same or better receiving.

Now on to the more important question. How is the Gooch going to perform this year?

 

[PrattvilleVol]

So if the defense is running to his right and he runs to the left and goes out of bounds, that's a safety? Not sure which rule book you're reading from.

Cmon...I got you. I know what you meant

 

[GreveHaller]

I can't figure this out either. I mean the guy didn't participate in spring practice and isn't even in town anymore.....

Come on, guys. Its simple. Just like all players he's looking to the next level and working on more than just on the field moves. He's doing his best Brett Farve/Chris Johnson and holding out so he doesnt have to participate in those pesky manditory practices. If you wanna be a pro, got to act like a pro.

 

[ihateflorida]

No jail time. No suspensions. No arrests. A man has to hope doesnt he?

 

[jspvol76]

1000+ multi-purpose yards. He will be very productive.

 

[Ill Will Vol]

Come on, guys. Its simple. Just like all players he's looking to the next level and working on more than just on the field moves. He's doing his best Brett Farve/Chris Johnson and holding out so he doesnt have to participate in those pesky manditory practices. If you wanna be a pro, got to act like a pro.

If you say so.

 

[rockytopper522]

bryce who? are you talking about that kid that should've been behind poole last year in the rotation?