Scarlet Overkill Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 Watson Breaks Down Backfield: In the race for the No. 2 quarterback spot, Watson said true freshman Cody Green has taken the lead. "He's done a great job. He's really catching on," Watson said. "I'm really pleased with where he is at. Latravis is competing hard with him, trying to make up the ground he lost. We'll make some decisions by the end of the week." Watson said Green's maturity has not only earned him respect from his teammates, but also from the coaching staff. "He's just a mature guy. He gets it," Watson said. "He understands life a little bit. He understands football. He just brings that to the table. It's just a gift he has. He's a natural leader. Football comes natural. I think that helps him with his leadership." Quote Link to comment
Hunter94 Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 wow, how many freshman are going to see major playing time this year? Quote Link to comment
knapplc Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Good to hear that he's getting there. I'd love to have confidence in our backups. I'm guessing we'll find out in the second half of FAU if Green is going to redshirt or not. If we're ahead like I think we're going to be, he'll be sent in for experience. Quote Link to comment
Hunter94 Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 In addition to the quarterback race starting to take shape, Watson said Marcus Mendoza is pushing for a spot among the top-three running backs. damn, i don't know whether to be happy or sad? how does Mendoza suddenly show up and become a factor? are we suddenly that damn thin or what?? Quote Link to comment
knapplc Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 In addition to the quarterback race starting to take shape, Watson said Marcus Mendoza is pushing for a spot among the top-three running backs. damn, i don't know whether to be happy or sad? how does Mendoza suddenly show up and become a factor? are we suddenly that damn thin or what?? Considering that Mendoza is the second-most senior RB on the team after Helu, I'd say yes. Quote Link to comment
RockyMountainOySker Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 wow, how many freshman are going to see major playing time this year? Well....it looks like Green, Burkhead, and Eric Martin for sure (all number 2's on the depth chart....that isn't official yet). I imagine a few more will see time during special teams. Personally, I like it. This is a good class and it will be good for recruiting when high school kids see true freshmen out there. The best talent deserves to be on the field regardless of age. Quote Link to comment
BIGREDFAN_in_OMAHA Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 In addition to the quarterback race starting to take shape, Watson said Marcus Mendoza is pushing for a spot among the top-three running backs. damn, i don't know whether to be happy or sad? how does Mendoza suddenly show up and become a factor? are we suddenly that damn thin or what?? Be happy. Try it. You might like it. It's not like Mendoza is new to the position. I believe he was in the top four last season. Quote Link to comment
sdhusker82 Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Seeing that Mendoza is third, that makes me wonder about Okafor and Ward a little Quote Link to comment
billdozer15 Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 WOW!! I am officially on the Cody Green bandwagon. I really wish we could keep his RS but if he is good enough to push for playing time this year, lets get him out there. We are building for the future and with as many young players that are pushing for PT the future is getting brighter. Quote Link to comment
General Blackshirt Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 If he's the #2 QB, and we're up big on FAU, I doubt Green would NOT come into the game just to keep his redshirt. The coaches have to prepare him as much as possible to be the starter this season, so it's unlikely redshirting is a possibility. Unless LTW makes up considerable ground, I would imagine. Quote Link to comment
knapplc Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Seeing that Mendoza is third, that makes me wonder about Okafor and Ward a little Stop me if you've heard this from me before, but that could mean a redshirt for one or both of these guys. I feel like I say "redshirt" in every thread now. Redshirt. Redshirt. Redshirt. If you say it like ten times in a row it doesn't even sound like a word anymore. Quote Link to comment
Husker_x Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 I'm a little surprised by that. Cody must have made some big strides since spring. I guess I'm wondering if this is a negative reflection on LaTravis or a positive reflection on Green.... Quote Link to comment
papersun87 Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Crud. I guess I'm going to have to eat my underwear now. I vowed repeatedly in the spring that if Green didn't redshirt, I would eat my underwear. Quote Link to comment
sdhusker82 Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 Seeing that Mendoza is third, that makes me wonder about Okafor and Ward a little Stop me if you've heard this from me before, but that could mean a redshirt for one or both of these guys. I feel like I say "redshirt" in every thread now. Redshirt. Redshirt. Redshirt. If you say it like ten times in a row it doesn't even sound like a word anymore. what? Both have redshirted Quote Link to comment
knapplc Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 what? Both have redshirted You're right. My mistake. Quote Link to comment
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