Sooo… Who is are QB gonna be?

[navery12]

Imagine thinking Jim Mora is gonna go up to Roberson (or Fagnano) and say congrats on a great camp, you won the QB1 job. By the way, you're not starting week 1 so we can start your backup

 

[Chin Diesel]

Imagine thinking Jim Mora is gonna go up to Roberson (or Fagnano) and say congrats on a great camp, you won the QB1 job. By the way, you're not starting week 1 so we can start your backup

And I'm going to start the back up because he got shell shocked last year against the same team so if we get blown out this year, he'll be more numb to the pain than you would be since you haven't been clubbed by this team yet.

 

[RedStickHusky]

I think he was trying to be nice by not singling out someone. ZT was not supposed to but had to play last year. If the O was a boxer it would have been as an infighter and a clincher. There was a lot of missing parts throughout the year.

It's entirely plausible that those missing pieces were at least partially a function of not being able to weather another QB injury and not solely due to shortcomings in ZT's game.

 

[Luna]

To me it doesn’t matter which one..just pick the right guy… I didn’t have confidence in the previous coaching staff’s… i do with Mora’s coaching staff

 

[RSTuthill]

Imagine thinking Jim Mora is gonna go up to Roberson (or Fagnano) and say congrats on a great camp, you won the QB1 job. By the way, you're not starting week 1 so we can start your backup

You think a guy like HCJM would handle the situation that stupidly? You must have a really low opinion of his managerial skillset.

 

[RSTuthill]

And I'm going to start the back up because he got shell shocked last year against the same team so if we get blown out this year, he'll be more numb to the pain than you would be since you haven't been clubbed by this team yet.

Sheesh .... Give it up. Really.

 

[Dizzy21]

You think a guy like HCJM would handle the situation that stupidly? You must have a really low opinion of his managerial skillset.

They actually don't think Jim Mora would handle the situation that stupidly and I think pretty much everyone on the board is trying to make that point, you just don't seem to get it.

 

[Chin Diesel]

And I'm going to start the back up because he got shell shocked last year against the same team so if we get blown out this year, he'll be more numb to the pain than you would be since you haven't been clubbed by this team yet.

Sheesh .... Give it up. Really.

These are your words, not mine.

 

[Duncan Idaho]

It's entirely plausible that those missing pieces were at least partially a function of not being able to weather another QB injury and not solely due to shortcomings in ZT's game.

Some of that and maybe he has to also learn how to play without the level of player advantages he did in high school. Like other folks said, college is a faster game, shorter windows...have to process. UConn has two nationally recognized guards and a good group of RBs, they are going to run the ball. If they can also throw the ball while winning, it's going to be a fun watch.

 

[navery12]

You think a guy like HCJM would handle the situation that stupidly? You must have a really low opinion of his managerial skillset.

No I have a very high opinion of Mora, which is why I can't see him ever making such a ridiculous decision

 

[gioff2323]

Gonna be a long 2 weeks

 

[Hskies4Ever]

Sometimes i really think a lot of you talk about the team way more than you watch. Pass protection "wasn't great last year"? We had two of the top 15 guards in the country and only allowed 18 sacks... think we're fine there

And how many of those sacks came as a function of ZT holding the ball… and holding the ball… and holding the ball?

 

[RSTuthill]

Gonna be a long 2 weeks

Even longer. Three.

 

[Hskies4Ever]

If the pass protection had been good he would have stood in the pocket, run through progressions, and thrown downfield. Never happened. End of discussion.

He often stood back there for what seemed like a lifetime before getting sacked. That is not on the line, that is on a young QB getting up to game speed.

 

[RSTuthill]

These are your words, not mine.

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I fail to see the point. That is describing a possible coaching thought process. But hey, if it floats your boat, believe anything you want. I don't have a fragile ego. Especially not here. You win the longevity contest.

 

[CL82]

The problem with the passing game was NOT the offensive line. The problem was NOT the wide receivers. It was NOT the running game. It was NOT the tight end.

The reason we max protected was NOT the offensive line or the routes were ran. The entire passing game was simplified to protect the passer.

I don't know that this is 100% what was driving it, but, undoubtedly, quarterback depth played a significant role in the need to simplify our offense to protect the QB.

 

[Hskies4Ever]

First of all… the best player will start. Everything I say next is contingent on that. I expect Roberson will be QB1 and Fagano will be QB2. This leaves the possibility of a redshirt year for ZT. I would expect that ZT would have to display a clear advantage to be QB1. If he’s close to either TR or JF, I would imagine there would be a preference to redshirt ZT.

 

[RedStickHusky]

Some of that and maybe he has to also learn how to play without the level of player advantages he did in high school. Like other folks said, college is a faster game, shorter windows...have to process. UConn has two nationally recognized guards and a good group of RBs, they are going to run the ball. If they can also throw the ball while winning, it's going to be a fun watch.

Your lips....

 

[Duncan Idaho]

I don't know that this is 100% what was driving it, but, undoubtedly, quarterback depth played a significant role in the need to simplify our offense to protect the QB.

Don't think Pal was keen on him, said Charlton was trying to turn straw into gold...but having really only one healthy QB had to play some part.

 

[RedStickHusky]

Don't think Pal was keen on him, said Charlton was trying to turn straw into gold...but having really only one healthy QB had to play some part.

For my money, I saw Charlton doing a lot with a little last year. Hoping to see more with more in his quiver.

 

[gioff2323]

Even longer. Three.

Nah. Jimmys naming a starter in advance so they can be laser focused on getting off to a good start.

 

[RSTuthill]

Nah. Jimmy's naming a starter in advance so they can be laser focused on getting off to a good start.

I think you are right. At least JM and NC together. Going into a game week the team has to know that. Not so sure the public will know though. Which is what I was worried about. In three weeks time this board might explode.

 

[Jimdish255]

First of all… the best player will start. Everything I say next is contingent on that. I expect Roberson will be QB1 and Fagano will be QB2. This leaves the possibility of a redshirt year for ZT. I would expect that ZT would have to display a clear advantage to be QB1. If he’s close to either TR or JF, I would imagine there would be a preference to redshirt ZT.

We're going to need quicker decisions this year no matter who plays. It's not just to avoid sacks but to recognize defenses, react to pressure and find the open guys. Our production from the position needs to increase significantly. The o-line shouldn't be an issue if healthy. But ZT won't want to redshirt with what we have and what's coming in. And coach may want the depth.

 

[Hskies4Ever]

We're going to need quicker decisions this year no matter who plays. It's not just to avoid sacks but to recognize defenses, react to pressure and find the open guys. Our production from the position needs to increase significantly. The o-line shouldn't be an issue if healthy. But ZT won't want to redshirt with what we have and what's coming in. And coach may want the depth.

I think if he’s not starting then why not set him up for the extra year of experience? If depth becomes an issue you can still play him and you’re no worse off. I would imagine even our Texas boy will need some seasoning before he is ready.

 

[huskidork]

Yup, Fagnano against BC was 21 for 43 and 289. ZT against BC was 11-19 and 173.

Maine 17, BC 38.
UConn 13, BC 3

What was your point exactly? Because it's kinda escaping me.

gonna take a second to say BC a "P5" school only beat FCS Maine by 21 that's hilarious, Texas A&M letting UMass hang in for 3 quarters too