Joe Filardi

[Ttk.gman2]

I know the kid is also going to be playing lacrosse, but I believe this is the player Fran was referencing in his interview today — Joe Filardi. From what I’ve seen, his high school tape is extremely impressive and very polished, showing advanced mechanics, excellent field awareness, and a natural feel for the game. He looks like someone who could step in and make an immediate impact if given the opportunity.
Over the summer, he added the weight and strength he needed to handle the physical demands at the next level, which makes me even more confident in his ability to contribute right away. He’s a multi-sport athlete, which speaks not only to his athleticism but also to his competitive nature and coordination — traits that often translate well for quarterbacks.
If Rickie or Luka struggle at any point in the Georgia tech game , I would love to see Joe get a series or two on the field. He has the skill set to provide a spark for the offense and could really energize the team. Having a polished, physically ready quarterback like him waiting in the wings is a big asset, and I think he could make an immediate difference if the situation calls for it.

 

[Ttk.gman2]

Another piece I wanted to add is that the accuracy he possesses reminds me a lot of Steve.

 

[bigmike]

Has Joe Filardi been on the travel squad?

 

[OrangeXtreme]

Has Joe Filardi been on the travel squad?

He's been playing Fall LAX. Participated in both scrimmages.

 

[ImperialOrange]

Rich Belin is another interesting prospect. Whether not he or Joe can pass, they both have legs to give dual threat instead of consistently throwing picks into double or triple coverages

 

[W'boro'Cuse315]

I haven’t seen this mentioned here or on the Lax board but Filardi’s father, Gerald, played middle linebacker at Penn State from ‘92-‘96. A freshman walk-on, he was put on scholarship as a sophomore & went on to lead the team in tackles while being named All-Big Ten as both a junior & senior. Signed as an UDFA with the Steelers but didn’t make the roster. He was Joe’s football HC in high school & Joe is wearing his father’s #47 for the Lax team

 

[Kaden]

Just to muddy the QB waters more. Fran mentioned in a recent interview about the QB's, I forget the exact context but he threw out that hey Joe Filardi could end up playing. The remark at the time could be taken as hey even our walk on is competing in the QB room. In another interview from a day or two ago he said they had a QB who hasn't played who could end up being the best one but didn't want to name him. PS article from today mentioned that comment. Just putting the two comments together could that be Filardi he was taking about. Maybe or maybe not. I know he is a lacrosse recruit but some on this board were also excited about his football potential.

 

[UnknownOrange]

I read the title as a dig at the terrible bracketologist

carry on

 

[JKinUtah]

I read the title as a dig at the terrible bracketologist

carry on

Lunardi, Filardi...potayto, potahto

 

[VA Citrus]

Now what do I do with my Luke Carney jersey?

 

[CdnGuy]

 

[JuiceMeUp]

I know the kid is also going to be playing lacrosse, but I believe this is the player Fran was referencing in his interview today — Joe Filardi. From what I’ve seen, his high school tape is extremely impressive and very polished, showing advanced mechanics, excellent field awareness, and a natural feel for the game. He looks like someone who could step in and make an immediate impact if given the opportunity.
Over the summer, he added the weight and strength he needed to handle the physical demands at the next level, which makes me even more confident in his ability to contribute right away. He’s a multi-sport athlete, which speaks not only to his athleticism but also to his competitive nature and coordination — traits that often translate well for quarterbacks.
If Rickie or Luka struggle at any point in the Georgia tech game , I would love to see Joe get a series or two on the field. He has the skill set to provide a spark for the offense and could really energize the team. Having a polished, physically ready quarterback like him waiting in the wings is a big asset, and I think he could make an immediate difference if the situation calls for it.

I saw on twitter Nick Aquino said Filardi was the guy Fran is referencing. And I completely agree. I remember posting about it in his thread here, his hudl tape blew me away for a PWO. It was my favorite I watched between him Belin and Carney. He doesn’t blow you away physically, def doesn’t have the strongest arm but his timing, accuracy, touch, are all great

 

[23Zone]

I saw on twitter Nick Aquino said Filardi was the guy Fran is referencing. And I completely agree. I remember posting about it in his thread here, his hudl tape blew me away for a PWO. It was my favorite I watched between him Belin and Carney. He doesn’t blow you away physically, def doesn’t have the strongest arm but his timing, accuracy, touch, are all great

We in the mood for the Filardi special
Or chicken con Carney
Anything other than the Collins cobb salad

 

[Orijinal]

Just to muddy the QB waters more. Fran mentioned in a recent interview about the QB's, I forget the exact context but he threw out that hey Joe Filardi could end up playing. The remark at the time could be taken as hey even our walk on is competing in the QB room. In another interview from a day or two ago he said they had a QB who hasn't played who could end up being the best one but didn't want to name him. PS article from today mentioned that comment. Just putting the two comments together could that be Filardi he was taking about. Maybe or maybe not. I know he is a lacrosse recruit but some on this board were also excited about his football potential.

Could be Rich Belin. Who knows?

 

[690West]

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Now I need the verdict in the subway chokehold trial

 

[Dcuse]

Are we seriously going with a QB tomorrow who is not even on a football scholarship?

That is what the Infante, Sibilia show is saying they believe. The QB situation is creating a buzz that probably wouldn't be around otherwise.

 

[Archbold44]

That is what the Infante, Sibilia show is saying they believe. The QB situation is creating a buzz that probably wouldn't be around otherwise.

Does anyone close to the program actually think that is likely?

 

[OrangeXtreme]

Are we seriously going with a QB tomorrow who is not even on a football scholarship?

That is what the Infante, Sibilia show is saying they believe. The QB situation is creating a buzz that probably wouldn't be around otherwise.

Maybe he has a "package"?

 

[wfschrec]

Maybe he has a "package"?

Thats what she said ... amirite?

 

[Apdaly]

Are we seriously going with a QB tomorrow who is not even on a football scholarship?

That is what the Infante, Sibilia show is saying they believe. The QB situation is creating a buzz that probably wouldn't be around otherwise.

Seems unlikely when you also consider that he has been playing fall lax(someone else mentioned he played in their scrimmages this fall). Hard to believe he’s even had the opportunity to beat those other guys out. That does seem to be the buzz though, here’s hoping he’s just that good!

 

[JKinUtah]

Fran knows casual fan interest is all but dead this season, attendance will likely be light tomorrow night. The only way to generate some buzz is to drop a nugget like this and hope people tune in just out of curiosity.

 

[Franz69]

 

[OrangeXtreme]

Anish and Carc are broadcasting the game.

So we have to roll out a LAX kid from Strong Island.

It was preordained !!!

 

[mlbball99]

 

[GoSU96]

I linked an instagram during preseason. In one quick video displayed better mechanics than Collins by a mile