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formerlurker said:
Does he have that much speed as a big man that they're keeping him on D for a reason? With that size and willingness to hit and with the OL being such a potential liability, why not move him to the other side of the ball and hope you strike lightning?
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My thoughts were as a tight end near the goal line or short yardage as a blocker. But if he could catch and bull forward for 2 or 3 could pose real issues for the D. Haven't a clue if he can actually block or catch though.
 
Just a general comment: a diagnosis of 'just a concussion' does not mean a player is OK. It's a terrible injury.
 
whaler11 said:
Just a general comment: a diagnosis of 'just a concussion' does not mean a player is OK. It's a terrible injury.
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I was saying better because many there thought it could be worse, maybe much worse. That is what I was comparing it too.
 
uconnbill said:
I was saying better because many there thought it could be worse, maybe much worse. That is what I was comparing it too.
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A: I was speaking in general

B: Your post says you are glad he is okay.

C: I understand what people think when they see the ambulance and the board. I officiated high school games for a decade, the horrible injuries made me sick. It was a big part of why I stopped.
 
uconnbill said:
Green did get into with Stevenson on one play with bump and run coverage. Not sure which one started it, but it showed me a lot of spirit between the two players. I bet they can't wait to hit someone else.
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Right after the play ended where Stevenson was defending Green pretty hard Green accused him of facemasking and very quickly helmuts flew and fists were flying. But I like how TJW handled it by first pulling them both out of action for a minute and as things cooled he pulled them together and spoke to them quietly for a good couple of minutes after which they shook hands. Good to see.
 
uconnbill said:
I spent most of the time watching the quarterbacks and wide receivers.
The quarterbacks are probably listed as I have read earlier with Whitmer one, Cochran two, Boyle three, Taylor and Lagow redshirt similar.
Boyle has the best feet of the five as he did a drill that showed footwork with a pass rush and has a very good release.
Whitmer is clearly number one in my opinion as he runs the team better than any of the other four players. I feel better about him then I did last year.
Casey has improved and throws a nice ball. Doesn't have the arm of the three freshman but has great poise.
Lagow as a very strong arm but seemed off today compared to the other quarterbacks.
Taylor throws a nice ball and is athletic. I like him and think he could be a good quarterback down the road.
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I pretty much agree with one exception, Cochran. He didn't seems very accurate to me. Even with the completions I had problem with his accuracy. Guys had to turn or reach on even the simple throws. Kinda reminded me of JMac. I thought Boyle was the clear 2 yesterday. Totally agree about Taylor. He could surprise.
 
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The slot receiver could make a big difference in this offense. If Foxx/Bradley/both can emerge and be threats in the short passing game, it would be a big plus. It could open the entire offense. Looking forward to see how this position develops
 
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whaler11 said:
A: I was speaking in general

B: Your post says you are glad he is okay.

C: I understand what people think when they see the ambulance and the board. I officiated high school games for a decade, the horrible injuries made me sick. It was a big part of why I stopped.
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Picture taken right before McQillan got hit suffering a concussion.
 

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whaler11 said:
Silver hit on the problem people usually ignore with tight ends. They badly need someone who can block. Boland wasn't even with the program 2 weeks ago and may start in two weeks.
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Michael Boland making a nice catch.
 
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uconnbill said:
He is a heck of an athlete for just being at Storrs for a little over a week and playing as he did yesterday.
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Like the hand placement on that catch. Thumbs to the inside, shows good fundamentals.
 
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