grandpasknee Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 We will learn there are several big time studs in our backfield, each with different skill strengths, and that they will be used situationally based on the coaching evaluation of the opponents weaknesses. 1 Quote Link to comment
True2tRA Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 We will learn there are several big time studs in our backfield, each with different skill strengths, and that they will be used situationally based on the coaching evaluation of the opponents weaknesses. Exactly. Four guys, pretty much all different styles. Gonna be interesting to see how the staff chooses to utilize them. Hell, why not Cross at FB in certain situations? I could see Cross taking a FB dive to the HOUSE! Quote Link to comment
The Dude Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 Hard to glean too much from all the scattered tweets and what-have-yous, but I get the sense that Cross and Wilbon are on top of the heap so far. What are they saying about Wilbon? Nothing too specific. A couple mentions of he and Cross working with the first team. 1 Quote Link to comment
admo Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 I like Wilbon. He's short but he's built like a truck. He looks the part already. I think smaller backs make it difficult for defenses to spot or pickup initially. I've always liked Husker RBs that wore #21. Damon Benning, Derek Brown, Roger Craig.... 2 Quote Link to comment
Landlord Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 We will learn there are several big time studs in our backfield, each with different skill strengths, and that they will be used situationally based on the coaching evaluation of the opponents weaknesses. Exactly. Four guys, pretty much all different styles. Gonna be interesting to see how the staff chooses to utilize them. Hell, why not Cross at FB in certain situations? I could see Cross taking a FB dive to the HOUSE! Welcome back to 2006, fellas. 1 Quote Link to comment
The Dude Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 I like Wilbon. He's short but he's built like a truck. He looks the part already. I think smaller backs make it difficult for defenses to spot or pickup initially. I've always liked Husker RBs that wore #21. Damon Benning, Derek Brown, Roger Craig.... From the glimpses we saw of him on the field last year, I thought he looked like a more promising complimentary back than Newby. Quote Link to comment
Hedley Lamarr Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 I like Wilbon. He's short but he's built like a truck. He looks the part already. I think smaller backs make it difficult for defenses to spot or pickup initially. I've always liked Husker RBs that wore #21. Damon Benning, Derek Brown, Roger Craig.... From the glimpses we saw of him on the field last year, I thought he looked like a more promising complimentary back than Newby. He didn't play a single snap last season Quote Link to comment
mwj98 Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 I like Taylor because LSU liked Taylor and they run with violent RB's and treat them like they are in a video game. Is there some video clips we can post of Taylor here so we can get reacquainted with him? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NP_zQYt9o2w Don't want to be petty or a "Debbie Downer" here but Adam's stats for his senior year are: 2668 yds and 44 TD's. Adam comes back with a vengence after an injury ... you will like what you see 2,478 rushing yards and 39 touchdowns IN ONE SEASON I must have completely missed what happened to him. But I remember watching this kid against Cedar Hill. He can flat out play. If he comes back healthy, we may be just fine. Quote Link to comment
RedRedJarvisRedwine Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 I think Cross starts the first game but isn't heard from much once conference play begins. I think he gets phased out by more versatile backs as well as the home run hitters. Quote Link to comment
The Dude Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 I like Wilbon. He's short but he's built like a truck. He looks the part already. I think smaller backs make it difficult for defenses to spot or pickup initially. I've always liked Husker RBs that wore #21. Damon Benning, Derek Brown, Roger Craig.... From the glimpses we saw of him on the field last year, I thought he looked like a more promising complimentary back than Newby.He didn't play a single snap last seasonHa. Must have been thinking Nelson. Quote Link to comment
admo Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 Yeah probably Nelson. I thought Nelson did a nice job with the few carries he got. Taylor and Wilbon have the talent to make a great 1-2 combo for several years to come. I would be excited about that. Might not be next season when they put it all together, but should see plenty of glimpse. They just need to perform when they each get their opportunity. And stay healthy please! Quote Link to comment
True2tRA Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 I like Wilbon. He's short but he's built like a truck. He looks the part already. I think smaller backs make it difficult for defenses to spot or pickup initially. I've always liked Husker RBs that wore #21. Damon Benning, Derek Brown, Roger Craig.... From the glimpses we saw of him on the field last year, I thought he looked like a more promising complimentary back than Newby.He didn't play a single snap last seasonHa. Must have been thinking Nelson. 2 Quote Link to comment
cornographic Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 We will learn there are several big time studs in our backfield, each with different skill strengths, and that they will be used situationally based on the coaching evaluation of the opponents weaknesses. Exactly. Four guys, pretty much all different styles. Gonna be interesting to see how the staff chooses to utilize them. Hell, why not Cross at FB in certain situations? I could see Cross taking a FB dive to the HOUSE! FB? Well, in that case, go with Janovich. I think he's maybe a better back--moves, speed--than Cross: Quote Link to comment
cornographic Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 I like Wilbon. He's short but he's built like a truck. He looks the part already. I think smaller backs make it difficult for defenses to spot or pickup initially. I've always liked Husker RBs that wore #21. Damon Benning, Derek Brown, Roger Craig.... From the glimpses we saw of him on the field last year, I thought he looked like a more promising complimentary back than Newby. Wilbon was MVP of the scout team lst year, I think. Yeah, he looks the part, Barry Sanders like build, more like Ezekiel Elliot. Over time, he probably wins the starting job, IMO, but I don't think that will happen until sometime mid to late season, as he gains experience. I still have a fair amount of faith in Newby, that is, if he starts running stronger. Quote Link to comment
True2tRA Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 We will learn there are several big time studs in our backfield, each with different skill strengths, and that they will be used situationally based on the coaching evaluation of the opponents weaknesses. Exactly. Four guys, pretty much all different styles. Gonna be interesting to see how the staff chooses to utilize them. Hell, why not Cross at FB in certain situations? I could see Cross taking a FB dive to the HOUSE! FB? Well, in that case, go with Janovich. I think he's maybe a better back--moves, speed--than Cross: Yeah, better speed and moves than Cross......sure looked like it on that blocked FG against Iowa huh? He's is not a better back than Cross, and he better study up on the rules of the game. First thing you learn in football is the play isn't over til' the whistle blows. http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=11949728 Quote Link to comment
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