FB roster update
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So, COVID hurt Bankston’s development because of lack of practice, but Enyi—who has never played NT before, and doesn’t have the traditional frame—will be okay there?
I’m not sure that makes sense to me.
And remember that they get six weeks of practice time this year—to make up for COVID.
Personally, I think he’s pretty much a lock at LT.
We’re currently recruiting the grandson of a guy who signed with Nebraska the same year I graduated HS. That’s another way to feel old.
I think you're right here. The starting DL will be Peterson, Enyi, Bailey. I do think that they'll flip to the 4-2-5 more often with Peterson, Enyi, Bankston, Bailey. Then mix in McDonald, Lee, Robertson, Suttle based on down and distance and guys needing a blow. McDonald as a LEO in a four man front could do a lot of damage.
I get the impression that some few of these heights/weights simply didn’t get updated—Will McDonald being one of them. I’m wondering if he simply wasn’t around the day they measured everyone. Hopefully he isn’t one of the COVID-19 cases.
Loving-Black is one of the others I think may have missed the weigh-ins. I’d be extremely surprised if after a full year in the program, he was still only 215.
Yes, in coverage, but I think I’ve noticed that our corners also come up in run support. 164# (iirc) is going the wrong direction.
Don't forget O'Rien Vance at 6-2 248
I just hope that Rose and Vance haven't gotten too big and lost speed?
I thought Rose looked a few steps slower last year after he bulked up than he did as a true freshman.
It is super small yes. But if it means he’s improved speed or flexibility or coverage I’ll take it over run support. But the truth is it may well be white noise and might just be an accurate weight in comparison to an inflated one from last year. Either way, dude is always going to be 180 ish or less probably.
Thanks for the info that you are providing. It’s clear you are giving us a heads up here.
I think he was just as fast but he was playing in space more.
So who is the staff looking to fill the speed linebacker position if we continue to run a 3-3-5? If I recall correctly 2 years ago the 3 LB's were: Rose, Harvey and Spears. Last year the LB's were: Rose, Vance and Spears.
Getting bigger at LB has helped against the run. Vance seems to be a good run stopper and pass rushing LB. Rose is strong against the run on OK in coverage. Seems we need speed at the 3rd backer that is strong in coverage.
Getting bigger at LB has helped against the run. Vance seems to be a good run stopper and pass rushing LB. Rose is strong against the run on OK in coverage. Seems we need speed at the 3rd backer that is strong in coverage.
demoncore1031
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I bet Enyi plays inside more than outside this year. I was saying that since the end of last season, and now that he is up to 310 lbs (!!!) I think it is even more likely.
McDonald only at 230? I thought Campbell said he was up around 245 towards the end of last season. Are some players just not updated because they're not on campus yet?
It's cool to see Dennis Gibson's son on the roster! And he is a QB wearing jersey #20. I like it!
TJ Tampa listed as an 'ATH' is interesting. I hope we see him play offense, defense and special teams.
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I would guess Jake Hummel will have to fill Spear’s role. In my opinion we need to get the 3rd linebacker off the field on 3rd or 4th and long this year.
They did. My memory could be off, but I don't think Lima was an immediate starter
Campbell seems to bring newcomers along slowly.
