If you had to pick two current players (and only two) that need to have break-out seasons (one on offense and one on defense) in 2008 in order for us to make a bowl game, who would they be? Here are my picks:
Defense: Bailey Johnson. Johnson has a ton of physical talent. With another year under Shep, he should come back north of 280 next year. We absolutely need to get some kind of a pass rush up the middle, as that facet was completely lacking in 07. Johnson has the talent to do it, ISU needs him to put it together on the field and become a force at the d tackle spot to be successful.
Offense: Alexander Robinson. Obviously we saw sparks in 07, but for the team to be strong on offense in 08 the Clones need him to turn those sparks into a all out fire. Robinson needs to be a 100 yd per game back to take the heat off Arnaud and co while they get into a passing rhythm. With a strong offensive line, ARob should be able to handle that and more. If he can turn into a star, we could have a very good offense next year.
Anyone have any opinions???
Defense: Bailey Johnson. Johnson has a ton of physical talent. With another year under Shep, he should come back north of 280 next year. We absolutely need to get some kind of a pass rush up the middle, as that facet was completely lacking in 07. Johnson has the talent to do it, ISU needs him to put it together on the field and become a force at the d tackle spot to be successful.
Offense: Alexander Robinson. Obviously we saw sparks in 07, but for the team to be strong on offense in 08 the Clones need him to turn those sparks into a all out fire. Robinson needs to be a 100 yd per game back to take the heat off Arnaud and co while they get into a passing rhythm. With a strong offensive line, ARob should be able to handle that and more. If he can turn into a star, we could have a very good offense next year.
Anyone have any opinions???