RedDenver
Heisman Trophy Winner
Ok, so we're just having an OLB in a down stance. That makes more sense.
Spring Game discussion
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EmeraldIngot
Five-Star Recruit
The three most encouraging things I've seen so far are the D-line getting their hands up and knocking down some passes, the addition of some power and counter run plays with pulling guards (and I think I even saw a trap once!) Also, the running backs, all 5 deep, have looked good. Bryant, Wilbon, Ozigbo, Rose, and Mazour (sp?) Have all looked good. And not necessarily in that order either.
One thing I'm both very suprised and encouraged by is how close the QB competition is, especially with how well all three have played. Come fall our offense is gonna be good, especially since the o-line doesn't look nearly as bad as some have feared.
One thing I'm both very suprised and encouraged by is how close the QB competition is, especially with how well all three have played. Come fall our offense is gonna be good, especially since the o-line doesn't look nearly as bad as some have feared.
Nebfanatic
All-American
Yes and I think this is a look we will give at times this season coming up but I'm sure we will have plenty of other formations and this won't be our base
Nebfanatic
All-American
This isn't the first time Mazours name has come up this spring. I recall Riley talking about him early in the spring. I can see why! Hopefully we can get the kid some touches this season, heck he could even play reciever
RedDenver
Heisman Trophy Winner
I was thinking 4-2-5 comments were about personnel; however, it sounds like they are more about philosophy.
Roll Skers
Special Teams Player
Lee has really impressed
Bryant looks quicker
Mazour=Woodhead?
Bryant looks quicker
Mazour=Woodhead?
Nebfanatic
All-American
What. A. Pass.
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EmeraldIngot
Five-Star Recruit
The ability to hit recievers in stride is going to be a great addition to this offense. A fast reciever who can catch the ball without having to slow down will be able to get another 5 or 10 yards out of even short passes. Or get out of bounds in a 2 minute offense.
Nebfanatic
All-American
Really like what I saw today. All of the quarterbacks, including Bunch looked good. The Red defense held strong after a score by Gebbia. The running backs looked good behind an offensive line that was holding blocks, pulling, making lanes. The things you want to see. We saw some great stuff from our backs deeper on the depth chart in Rose and Mazour. We used our Tight Ends very effectively. Our D line was batting passes down, something that will be key in the 3-4. Strong showing today I think
famoustitles
Starter
I know they try to set it up for them to succeed, but I was really impressed by the qbs. Riley's first spring most of it didn't look like football and Riley said as much.
Lee, obrien, gebbia all played well
Lee, obrien, gebbia all played well
Roll Skers
Special Teams Player
Could our scout team beat Purdue? (Lol i know) but Gebbia and Rose isnt a bad backfield for a scout team
EmeraldIngot
Five-Star Recruit
Well, all told I think this is the best spring game under Riley. As a team we showed a lot of improvement on offense, and a good deal of potential on defense. Once that new D is fully installed I fully expect us to be a tough out for the majority of our opponents. From where I'm standing, a lot of questions I had coming into spring were answered, and although some questions haven't been answered yet, the future looks bright. GBR!
EmeraldIngot
Five-Star Recruit
Also, Ameer Abdullah makes a pretty good color commentator. Once his NFL career is over (hopefully not for a few years yet) he's got some potential there.