Posts posted by Elmer_Fudd
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2 hours ago, closetojumping said:
Sun Belt Billy's Gators are all kinds of injured. They lost a starting DB, Dijon Johnson, to what is likely a torn ACL in the first quarter last night. They lost another guy getting regular snaps at one of the DB spots, dude named Bates, to a busted shoulder later in the game. They had 3 starting DLs out for the Miami game with serious injuries and lost another one in the 3rd quarter who couldn't walk off the field under his own power. Finally, the transfer WR, Sturdivant, left the game and never returned in the 3rd as well.
They had a litany of injuries going into the game, so maybe this week helps them recover? Unlikely if SBB is still in charge. He's known for running tough, physical practices throughout each season, particularly in off-weeks.
The best DL for them, Caleb Banks, had a procedure done on his foot a few days ago and is out for an extended time.
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13 minutes ago, Hookem2147 said:
A few team notes from IT
I don’t have a lot to report before the game Saturday night against Sam Houston State. We are at the “don’t tell me about the labor pains, show me the baby” stage of the season. It doesn’t matter what I report about the week—all that matters is the Texas offense plays well against the easiest opponent it will see all season.
But, I have to write something.
Steve Sarkisian’s demeanor this week was enthusiastic. He, and everyone else in the program, wants to see how the offense will perform. Behind the scenes, he’s as even-keeled as ever. When he says, “We have good players and good coaches,” he truly believes they’re going to improve by a considerable amount.
One source mentioned getting DeAndre Moore back is big: “Not just for the game but for practice. He’s another person who knows what to do and can communicate with others. He’s going to be where he’s supposed to be.”
We’re going to see a number of young players with prominent roles. Don’t be surprised if Graceson Littleton plays a lot at cornerback. That would open the door at Star for Wardell Mack to play his most snaps ever. This will be fun to watch because there’s a strong chance this is how it will shake out next year—with Littleton at corner and Mack at Star. Said a source, “Littleton can play anywhere in the secondary.”
Five-star freshman Jonah Williams is going to play at safety this week. They’re wasting little time getting him on the field after he began practicing on Monday. He could also see some time on special teams. “He was fast and physical” this week.
Sark mentioned Nate Kibble, Nick Brooks, and Daniel Cruz in his Thursday availability. While IT doesn’t expect any changes to the starting O-line, we do expect all three to play. Kibble has played a little bit but should see his most action yet. We didn’t hear if Brooks will be at guard or tackle, but he should play. Daniel Cruz has been solely at center: “Has some physicality to him and is ready for snaps.” Essentially, he knows what to do, but applying it in a game setting for the first time might come with some miscues.
The staff feels good about the development of Kaliq Lockett and Daylan McCutcheon. The goal is to get them as many snaps as possible this season in anticipation of them playing major roles in 2026.
With Tre Wisner and CJ Baxter out, we’ll see the three young players again—Christian Clark, Jerrick Gibson, and James Simon. This game will go a long way toward determining who RB3 will be when Wisner and Baxter return. The deciding factor will likely be understanding the run game. Who maximizes blocking?
IT asked about Justus Terry. He bounces between scout and regular team reps. He’s in a great headspace despite not having any breakout moments. Don’t worry about him.
Speaking of scout team, KJ Lacey is doing a really good job.
Wonder if we may get Littleton at CB and Guilbeau back to star. The few long passes completed against the defense this year have been on Guilbeau and I'm afraid come conference play that's where offenses are going to attack in the passing game.
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Who is considered to have a championship level OL? Notre Dame, Penn State maybe? Ohio State is doing a lot of shuffling, Oregon replaces a lot. LSU replaces a bunch. Clemson? Georgia lost players. Don't care that aggy is returning all those JAG's. I don't think our OL situation is in any worse position than maybe ND and PSU. And I don't think anybody is trusting James Franklin or Drew Allar in a big game.
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