This is exactly what I was looking for. Every time we pick up a new player, I’m like “is that a position we need?”Rodrick Ward added to the senior class (1 year of eligibility with a redshirt year available if needed).
That's 8 seniors.
My count is 68 scholarships allocated. Adam's at 69, but I think that counted Hunter twice by accident since he's listed there as both CB and WR. (Someone please double-check and let me know if I screwed up somewhere).
Also, we supposedly have 4 more slots with guys retiring from football, so that would mean room for 20 more.
Here's my wishlist:
QB - I'd love to see a senior transfer to give us an experienced backup. May be hard to find.
RB - I think we could use another guy to at least be primary rotation. Junior class would be ideal for balance.
WR - Not a priority for me any more, but another senior wouldn't hurt.
TE - I think we need 2 guys here.
OL - 1 more OT, particularly a senior, would be great. I'm not going to complain if it's more than that. Be nice to have 15+ OLs.
DT - 1 more guy at over 300 lbs is vital. I'd be happy if we could find 2 or 3.
Edge - I'm feeling really good about the WDE version who will play at around 245-260 lbs. I think we need another couple at around 270 as SDEs who can flex to DT situationally for pass rush / dime sets.
CB - A couple more vets (Seniors or maybe a Junior) to push the total to 8 would be ideal.
S - Same comment as for CB. I like both groups, just want to see some more numbers considering special teams & how often you see injuries or targeting calls.
This is exactly what I was looking for. Every time we pick up a new player, I’m like “is that a position we need?”
I wouldn't mind seeing a SR and a JR TE if there are any out there to balance those classes and give us 5 bodies at TE. Assuming they are better than the 3 Soph'sAdded JJ Hawkins to the DL as a RS Sophomore. Loving the DL class balance right now. Would love another RS Frosh for a balanced 8.
This is what actual depth looks like.Added RS Sophomore Arden Walker to Edge.
Who are the mystery four who are hanging up their cleats? Or is it super duper secret cosmic x-ray info....I finally figured out why my number was off. I hadn't added Jaylen Ellis as a RS Junior WR.
Roster is now at 73 scholarships.
12 more openings (16 if we have the 4 guys hang up the cleats, as reported is going to happen).
I don't know and thought it would be unfair to speculate on a public board.Who are the mystery four who are hanging up their cleats? Or is it super duper secret cosmic x-ray info....
Fair. I looked and couldn't find it, so I thought I'd ask.I don't know and thought it would be unfair to speculate on a public board.
FWIW, a lot of scouts don't think McClain is ready to contribute as a freshman.Outside of McLean and Edwards, I wouldn't be surprised if all the rest of the freshman redshirt this season.
CFB scouts?FWIW, a lot of scouts don't think McClain is ready to contribute as a freshman.
People who do the rankings. His status is more about projection than it is his ability to be a starter from day 1.CFB scouts?
I doubt he starts day one, but he’s not redshirtingPeople who do the rankings. His status is more about projection than it is his ability to be a starter from day 1.
I certainly don't expect him to start against TCU.
That’s not technically what 5-star meansPeople who do the rankings. His status is more about projection than it is his ability to be a starter from day 1.
I certainly don't expect him to start against TCU.
With supposedly 5 being set aside for Walk-On/JUCOs, so seems like maybe 5 more transfers are possible. I predict one at each: RB, TE, WR, DL, CBI added Chance Main back to our roster as a senior with 1 year of eligibility.
Moved him to DL instead of EDGE since he's up to 270 now.
75 scholarship players.
Source?With supposedly 5 being set aside for Walk-On/JUCOs, so seems like maybe 5 more transfers are possible. I predict one at each: RB, TE, WR, DL, CB
You don't think a JUCO qb might be added for some depth/injury insurance policy?With supposedly 5 being set aside for Walk-On/JUCOs, so seems like maybe 5 more transfers are possible. I predict one at each: RB, TE, WR, DL, CB
Maybe, but having Staub here all Spring/summer/fall gives me confidence...kid's a ballerYou don't think a JUCO qb might be added for some depth/injury insurance policy?
Neely on the Preegame pod supposedly (I haven't listened, just what someone else mentioned).Source?
Also, I’d suggest grad transomore likely than Jucos from here.
I liked the little I saw from Staub. I just wonder aloud if you bring in somebody with CFB snaps.Maybe, but having Staub here all Spring/summer/fall gives me confidence...kid's a baller
Yeah, but they also haven't announced if 4 guys are being subtracted. I think it was RG interview that we'd had 4 not enter the portal but hang up the cleats in exchange for an academic scholarship.With supposedly 5 being set aside for Walk-On/JUCOs, so seems like maybe 5 more transfers are possible. I predict one at each: RB, TE, WR, DL, CB
Some of these guys they have to think they can flex to corner or nickel right? 8 is a lot for a 2 man position.Travis Jay added to the S group as a RS Junior
Up to 76, with 7 S's. Shilo will make 8 and I think we're done there.