Punt Returner

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It has been reported that none other than Brent Schaeffer practiced returning punts yesterday. What does everyone think about that? I like it.....
 
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I think Schaeffer should look at his future hard. I mean real hard. His future is at a skill position. He doesnt have the size or arm strength to play in the NFL. If he cant start at QB at Tennessee, I dont see him being a NFL QB. Schaeffer is looking at a multi-million dollar decision here. If he wants to be rich one day, than I think he needs to look at a position change. Playing in the slot causing mad match-up problems with a defense could make us seriously lethal on offense next season. I'd like my chnaces with Brent Schaeffer vs. a Linebacker. Its almost a garunteed open target for big yardage. I like the start Fulmer is making by trying Schaeffer out other places but I would still like to see him under center some next season.
 
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With Brent's speed you have to figure that if he gets a little seam from the blocking team, he'll take it to the house. I like the move, and if he's got the hands, working in the slot would give opposing D's a fit. Take a linebacker out and guard #7 with a 5th DB, only to have Riggs bust one up the middle really puts them in a catch 22.

I would like to see him work some at QB, but I don't want to make it to where everytime he comes in the D is expecting shotgun option or shotgun QB draw. He would be great in the slot reverse, or even a triple reverse at the QB position.
 
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He better bulk up a little. He'll take a alot hits similar to the one that cracked his collarbone last year returning kicks.
 
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The best news I have heard all day, thanks for the scoop OWB.

My opinion is he WILL make a ton of money as a skill player, the kid has incredible vision and incredible speed. I don't want him to go to Valdosta State and never be heard from again.
 
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It is the same thing I have been saying all along. Line him up just off the tight end and slip it to him via the pass or a quick pitch and let him go!
 
#10
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I thought he should have been on the Special Teams last year returning kicks....Glad to hear he was fielding punts today
 
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Originally posted by orangeblur@Mar 11, 2005 7:53 PM
if i can recall did he field punts last year as well....nothing really new IMO...
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He had practiced at times returning punts right around the Ole Miss game, but nothing in games. I think he'll gives us an extra boost on ST. Moving him there could make him our X-Factor.
 
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Originally posted by orangeblur@Mar 11, 2005 7:53 PM
if i can recall did he field punts last year as well....nothing really new IMO...
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Well, I never saw him return any in games and didn't hear about him doing it in practice, so it's news to me! ;)
 
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Cmon guys...you all know that no matter what he is practicing he won't be a punt returner. He'll either be a backup QB, transfer, or might (and thats a big MIGHT..try for a slot reciever)
 
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Originally posted by UTVOLFAN@Mar 12, 2005 5:39 PM
Cmon guys...you all know that no matter what he is practicing he won't be a punt returner. He'll either be a backup QB, transfer, or might (and thats a big MIGHT..try for a slot reciever)
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He can play any position and still return punts.
 
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Originally posted by UTVOLFAN@Mar 12, 2005 5:39 PM
Cmon guys...you all know that no matter what he is practicing he won't be a punt returner.
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Well, why would Fulmer waste the time letting him practice returning them then?
 
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Maybe last year the verdict was still out on the abilities of Ainge AND the need for a capable back-up with Clausen the Second being a "question mark." Now, we know Ainge has the talent, we know that Rick can step in if needed, and we have a freshman who is touted to have more potential than all of the above. Sure, injuries happen, but with three cats available, it seems only logical to put a VERY talented player on the field SOMEWHERE.

Skeptics, critics, media, and fans can all agree on one thing: he has gamebreaking potential. It's a waste to watch that sit on the bench and call in signals. AND, we all know that if there's one area where the Vols could use a boost, it's in the return game.

Anyway, that's my :twocents:

BTW, Charlie, with a response like that, how about some explanation?
 
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Originally posted by UTVOLFAN+Mar 12, 2005 7:56 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (UTVOLFAN @ Mar 12, 2005 7:56 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-LadyinOrange@Mar 12, 2005 8:54 PM
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Originally posted by UTVOLFAN+Mar 12, 2005 8:56 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (UTVOLFAN @ Mar 12, 2005 8:56 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'> <!--QuoteBegin-LadyinOrange@Mar 12, 2005 8:54 PM
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Originally posted by kiddiedoc+Mar 12, 2005 8:58 PM--></div><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (kiddiedoc @ Mar 12, 2005 8:58 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>
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They should start by learning to set up proper blocking and return plays rather than that scramble ass smear the queer formation we have been using&#33;&#33;&#33; :bad:
 
#25
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Originally posted by donsargegolf@Mar 12, 2005 9:42 PM
. . . scramble ass smear the queer formation . . .
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I wonder what that sounds like when they call that in the huddle? :question:
 
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