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VanDyke had 24 snaps, JGW had 9.
Was Miller's play elevated last year because of the level of play of those around him, or did he play better last year and has (for some reason) taken a step backwards?
"Ronny Vandyke got plenty of looks against Bowling Green and had an active game. In 24 snaps, he had two tackles, an assist, two quarterback hurries and two pass breakups. "He does some good things but he also had a couple mistakes," Foster said. "But the only way he’s going to be better is to see himself on film. And he plays fast and makes some plays in space, and that’s what that position demands."
Looking forward to seeing more of RVD. He has enough speed to make up for some of his mistakes.
I'm waiting for HokieSports.com to release the snap counts, because I want to say RVD played as much, or more than G-W Saturday. Hopefully they're bringing him along to play major snaps agains the spread teams where we will need his skills in coverage.
the 9/24 depth chart showed RVD tied with JGW @ the top @ Whip. Is that the first time we have seen that?
It also had Wang as #1 at his guard spot.
Short, stout, and ineffective. Not adjectives for Wangs.
I think Coleman looks the most instinctual out of them all. It seems that Gregory and Holmes almost expect to be tackled when they hit the hole, but at the same time its definitely good for all their confidence that they all experienced some success this past weekend.
As always great work!
Quick thoughts:
1) Coleman would be my number 1 back. Holmes would be my 2 for Cincy. Gregory played terrific, but I don't think he is solid enough in tight space or in pass blocking to be the go to guy.
2) Gibson is fine. The coaches have convinced themselves that he will be the starting right tackle next year, and don't want to move him. My opinion, he should be on the field somewhere. Farris played utility guard and center in the spring, but center looks like the best fit. He certainly has gotten more push than Miller, but isn't as quick pulling to get out in front on outside running plays.
3) Defense is coming. I promise.
I agree, can't wait to see who they use in the backfield.
I really hope they start to narrow it down some, I believe we saw 5 RBs last Saturday...that's just absurd. I hope they use Gregory and Coleman primarily this week personally. But then again maybe we haven't seen enough yet?
I'm used to the pictures from imgur showing up immediately so I just didn't know if something was wrong or not. Thanks!
My goal was to make it big and obvious, that's why I went with a wide, dark maroon button. I am going to monitor it's usage, and make it even more obvious if people gloss over it. As we get more and more readers and posters, I am going to have to write a quick usage guide that points out all the hidden bells and whistles.
Thanks for the feedback!
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It would be this:
i'm with some of these guys .. never noticed a what's new button .. it's functionality is nice but you may want to consider moving it out of being crammed in between those left bar things so that people noticed it a bit more
Little known fact that Bearcats are generally raging pumpkin rapists.
Who knew that bearcats were turned on by pumpkins? And does he feel compelled to buy the pumpkin flowers afterwards? Dinner?
I certainly hope that RDA (Revolving Door Arkema) sits more and Via plays more until Lil'Wang makes it back. Obviously, Farris and Miller are working into an ongoing position battle due to Farris' improved play (and Miller's not improving). Can either of them play guard, too? Not sure I'd want to move Miller to guard, given his performance, but as an emergency depth move? Let's hope that's not an issue. Is Gibson solid enough to count on? I haven't seen him enough to know. Interior line play could be our undoing this year if staff doesn't get this figured out. LT3 is a beast, but continual hits eventually take their toll, even if it's after a pass is thrown.
Thanks for the analysis, French! You're the best!
I would have loved to see the B-25...great footage! I heard there was supposed to be a P-51 as well. Did it show, and is there footage?
They put the tip of his pinky on ice until the end of the game and then reattached it? Greg Nosal was a tough dude.
Greg Nosal thinks that's adorable
I saw David out in public about a year and half ago and exclaimed "What Up Big Wang!" He looked at me like he wanted to cave my face in.
And it's done.
RB personnel. We saw live auditions on Saturday, did you see anything worth commenting on?
Second question is about the DLine creating pressure. I believe we all expected it to be a focal component of our defense this year, maybe the most important factor (Secondary reorg? Who cares, you won't be able to block our Front 4! LB injuries and whip uncertainty? Who cares, our Front 4 will make every tackle! Mwaahhaaaha!)
How is the Front Four progressing?
Any reason why Abbott was our kickoff guy instead of Branthover? Did it have something to do with the wind?