Tommy or RKIII

[Warrior10]

Was going to discuss this in the "Taylor held out of practice with Turf Toe" but that has turned into a mash Martinez dumpster fire. Now that we have the audio leak behind us I really want to start focusing on SDSU. I do not think we will play Taylor this week so which backup QB do you want to see? I have reasons for both:

 

RKIII: Ron can really wing the ball around. We have so many weapons receiving the ball that I wouldn't mind him starting and getting the ball in Bell/Q/JT/Wester/AMoore's hands. Throw it around A LOT. Feed the backs on swing passes and screens.

 

Armstrong: He more than likely is the starter for next year (yes Stanton will give him a run), and this is a chance to get him some big time experience. Everyone was drooling over him running the option vs Southmiss. We didn't see him throw in that game.....but we did in the spring game and it was impressive. He more fits the offense that we run week in and week out with Taylor, maybe not as complicated with him (Tommy) at QB, but we could run more effective traditional option.

 

Personally I would give Tommy the start but if we get up 14-21 points mix RKIII into the game for a series or 2 with the ones. RKIII has been nothing but loyal to the program and deserves the chance for some PT.....not to mention he can wing the ball around.

[Calvin]

Tommy, no question. As our likely QB in the near future, it makes far more sense. Especially against a lesser opponent. No disrespect to SDSU, I think they'll give us some trouble., but should still walk out with a W.

[darkhorse85]

I say give Ron the start. Tommy will play plenty against SDSU and have the opportunity to start many games in the future. Ron won't have that chance. Let him lead the offense on to the field once before he's gone. I think he deserves it.

[admo]

Would like to see Tommy Armstrong a lot. The staff will likely go with Kellogg to start. Either way it should be exciting.

[ADS]

They both will play a ton in this game, but I do think Tommy needs to get a few more than RK.

[Landlord]

Whichever is the better option.

 

 

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[robsker]

I'd think we would want to have Armstrong get as many snaps as possible to better prepare him for next year. Of course, if TMart is hobbled long term or semi-long term this season then his contributions are needed now. Investing time in Kellogg makes less sense... each minute Kellogg gets is a minute that Armstrong does not get --- and there is no long-term benefit for NU in Kellogg (he is a senior).

 

Now... the perspective I hold is unfair to Kellogg who has put in much time and effort --- to bypass him for the freshman simply because the freshman is the future and needs snaps is unfair. that said, long term team goals supersede individuals. It is best for NU long term if Armstrong plays. Unless...

 

Armstrong is not yet ready. If Kellogg is clearly ready and Armstrong is not --- then it is a different story. If both are ready... play Armstrong.

 

We do not know the state of readiness for either guy really --- neither has, essentially --- played. So we have no real idea yet.

[NUance]

If it's a close game do we bring in Tommy?

 

I say yes. Just wanted others' opinions.

[Bowfin]

I think Kenny Bell / Quincy Enunwa / Jamal Turner and the other receivers deserve to have the best passer in the game, since our receiver corps has been a consistent bright spot for our team.

 

I have heard / seen that Kellogg is a good passer, don't know about Armstrong.

[HuskerMack]

I would start Kellogg at least for the first series just so he can say he started a game for the Huskers he has given a great deal to the program. After that up to the coaches. But that is just me I'm sure the coaches will do what they feel best and that is good enough for me.

[robsker]

I would start Kellogg at least for the first series just so he can say he started a game for the Huskers he has given a great deal to the program. After that up to the coaches. But that is just me I'm sure the coaches will do what they feel best and that is good enough for me.

that is a good idea... can transition then to Armstrong... if he is ready.

[Mavric]

I bet we'll see them pretty similar to S. Miss: RKIII starts and they alternate series for the first half. Maybe not exactly alternating but we'll go back and forth unless one plays a lot better than the other.

[WhatDoIKnow]

Tommy should start. If things go bad, or TA just needs a little one-on-one sideline coaching, bring in RKIII. I would like to see both get meaningful playing time.

[Comish]

I'm a little concerned about the rather cavalier attitude that both will play a lot (as if the game is in the bag).

 

A couple of years ago, this outfit actually outplayed us and could have won here.

 

I believe they also lost in the semi's last year to Bohl's team that manhandled the Mildcats this year.

 

All these distractions could lead to a perfect scenario where we think we can just show up and win based on the team jerseys.

 

But, to your original question, I'd go with the better fit for the offense to become explosive right now. I'd guess that would be T.A.

[trouble]

Armstrong without a doubt.