Thursday 4/3 Practice

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Jakob Johnson, the freshman midtermer who's been working at second-team linebacker, also got some situational looks at defensive end.
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From VQ
 
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This may be a silly question, but when will the Berry twins be on campus? June?
 
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armchair said:
I don't know why, but college defensive backs are dense when it comes to one fundamental--knowing when to turn and look for the ball. They almost never do it, which is why receivers catch passes all the time when they are fairly well covered--because the DB is looking at them when the ball arrives instead of having his head turned to find the ball. You see this on the 1-1 drills on this video: The WR makes a cut and heads for the back corner of the end zone--and the DBs are all looking at the WR when the ball arrives. You've got to recognize when the ball is likely to arrive--and find the ball.
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Its not because they are dense but its just a talent that not too many have. Its the reason its almost impossible to know from looking at a HS prospect.
 
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BruiserVol said:
It's becoming a trend to read that McNeil was easily beat for a td catch.
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Didn't Dooley or Sunseri one say "McNeil is the kind of recruit we want for our defense?" Remember them saying that. Hope McNeil turns out well for us, just interesting to think about that.
 
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armchair said:
I don't know why, but college defensive backs are dense when it comes to one fundamental--knowing when to turn and look for the ball. They almost never do it, which is why receivers catch passes all the time when they are fairly well covered--because the DB is looking at them when the ball arrives instead of having his head turned to find the ball. You see this on the 1-1 drills on this video: The WR makes a cut and heads for the back corner of the end zone--and the DBs are all looking at the WR when the ball arrives. You've got to recognize when the ball is likely to arrive--and find the ball.
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That's because a lot of players are taught to play the hands of the receiver. Also you can't touch the receiver these days so they can't really hand check them while they turn around.
 
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armchair said:
I don't know why, but college defensive backs are dense when it comes to one fundamental--knowing when to turn and look for the ball. They almost never do it, which is why receivers catch passes all the time when they are fairly well covered--because the DB is looking at them when the ball arrives instead of having his head turned to find the ball. You see this on the 1-1 drills on this video: The WR makes a cut and heads for the back corner of the end zone--and the DBs are all looking at the WR when the ball arrives. You've got to recognize when the ball is likely to arrive--and find the ball.
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Or, you can watch the eyes of the WR. Just as the ball is reaching him, his eyes widen. Just position your hand between his and the ball. Now, with giants like what we have, you turn your head and they will have the ball just like that. Our WRs won't be losing many jump ball battles. You got the play the WR according to what he is. If he has 2 or more inches on you and can jump like say, Justin Hunter, what you see our CBs doing now is about the best you can do.
 
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PassedOutAwake said:
Jayson Swain ‏@JaysonSwain 7m
Worley's efficiency stood out big time today. Croom still continues to be one most improved offensive players.
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Can't be. Too many "in the know" experts here have declared that he has no talent and roundly sucks.
 
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gnm53108 said:
You're raring to go this morn.
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Still think Justin is the favorate going into the season. No idea who would be #2.
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I am feeling kind of mischievous :yes:

I don't know... it just felt good to take a shot at the "smart guys" who keep taking shots at Worley. Honestly and truly I do not care who wins the job. I like them all and will support and take pride in any of them. It is just VERY tiring to see the guy get ripped. Does he have Bray's arm or Marshall's legs? No. Is he a no-talent waste incapable of being an very good SEC QB? NO.
 
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It actually sounds like there is a good battle for #2 if not the starting job. Recent reports have suggested Peterman has done some impressive things. I agree with those who like Dobbs' running ability and Ferguson's arm strength.

The question though is who can move the O and make plays consistently when it counts. Right now that still seems to be Worley based on who continues to come out first with the 1's.
 
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sjt18 said:
It actually sounds like there is a good battle for #2 if not the starting job. Recent reports have suggested Peterman has done some impressive things. I agree with those who like Dobbs' running ability and Ferguson's arm strength.

The question though is who can move the O and make plays consistently when it counts. Right now that still seems to be Worley based on who continues to come out first with the 1's.
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With the inexperience of the younger qbs anyone who was watching tenn football last year should know Worley would be the number one guy. Improve his consistency and there is no competition unless a change up at QB is needed to combat a defensive game plan.
 
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armchair said:
I don't know why, but college defensive backs are dense when it comes to one fundamental--knowing when to turn and look for the ball. They almost never do it, which is why receivers catch passes all the time when they are fairly well covered--because the DB is looking at them when the ball arrives instead of having his head turned to find the ball. You see this on the 1-1 drills on this video: The WR makes a cut and heads for the back corner of the end zone--and the DBs are all looking at the WR when the ball arrives. You've got to recognize when the ball is likely to arrive--and find the ball.
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Because thats not how the position is taught. DBS are taught in MAN coverage to watch the MAN they are guarding the whole way. When they see the WRs hands go up they are taught to get their hands in the way exactly like Moseley did. Sometimes you're in a position for a pick but a lot of times not.
 
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