Class of 2023 QB Rickie Collins (LA) TRANSFERRING TO SYRACUSE (12/20/24)

[SanDiegoCuse]

We are hitting the collision course of the romance of watching our own players develop versus what it takes to compete at the very highest level. New territory for us.

 

[OttoinGrotto]

We are hitting the collision course of the romance of watching our own players develop versus what it takes to compete at the very highest level. New territory for us.

Great observation.

 

[Bulldong04]

We are hitting the collision course of the romance of watching our own players develop versus what it takes to compete at the very highest level. New territory for us.

And one we never thought would happen either. Amazing what can happen in 370 days

 

[newmexicuse]

MSN - check out Ricky Collins.

Not much to go on based upon this season's performance.

 

[Franz69]

1. Why would you want any player who is afraid of competition?
2. Where can a kid go where there isn't competition?

 

[jr4750]

1. Why would you want any player who is afraid of competition?
2. Where can a kid go where there isn't competition?

Exactly. Especially P4.

Edit, maybe Rutgers

 

[BillSU]

RICKIE COLLINS PORTAL FROM LSU/THE CHURCH ACADEMY BATON ROUGE, LA
#1 QB 6'3" 185 PRO STYLE

ASSETS PER HUDL FILM:

PRO STYLE
VERY GOOD ARM
GOOD MECHANICS
THROWS A VERY HARD, TIGHT SPIRAL BUT CAN ADJUST TOUCH DEPENDING ON PLAY
CAN THROW DEEP, SLANT, DIG, POST< ANY AND ALL ROUTES
OVER THE TOP DELIVERY
HIPS ADD VELOCITY TO THROWS
CALM DEMEANOR IN POCKET
GREAT POCKET PRESENCE
GETS RID OF BALL VERY QUICKLY

VISITING TODAY/ COACHES WILL EVALUATE

 

[phil77]

The only real negative I have seen on this kid is that his throwing motion gets long sometimes but everything else screams future star. The reports that I have seen really talk up his accuracy and athletic ability. He should be a great blend of what we are looking for. Someone who can hit all the throws with accuracy but also be able to use his legs to escape and make plays with his legs.

Would Fran be willing to turn the keys over to this kid without any game reps to talk about?

 

[Blanko97]

Seems like he might be a good backup for the upcoming year but i'd prefer to see an experienced transfer to be the starter. Not sure this schedule is fit for a first time starter

 

[Killdozer]

Seems like he might be a good backup for the upcoming year but i'd prefer to see an experienced transfer to be the starter. Not sure this schedule is fit for a first time starter

He's going to be a first time starter at some point so it doesn't matter who he is going against. He needs to make the plays regardless.

 

[bnoro]

Seems like he might be a good backup for the upcoming year but i'd prefer to see an experienced transfer to be the starter. Not sure this schedule is fit for a first time starter

I would lower your expectations, because most of the pool we are evaluating are high upside guys that haven't played at their current schools.

 

[Blanko97]

He's going to be a first time starter at some point so it doesn't matter who he is going against. He needs to make the plays regardless.

I would lower your expectations, because most of the pool we are evaluating are high upside guys that haven't played at their current schools.

Both fair, but if Fran can get McCord im sure he can find someone with some significant experience

 

[dasher]

Both fair, but if Fran can get McCord im sure he can find someone with some significant experience

I don't think Bnoro is guessing. But that is a guess on my part

 

[bnoro]

Both fair, but if Fran can get McCord im sure he can find someone with some significant experience

Yeah I'm saying I don't think that's his current gameplan.

 

[Blanko97]

Yeah I'm saying I don't think that's his current gameplan.

ah, seems silly after a massive amount of success with an experienced and talented QB but in Fran we trust.

Also, what happened to liberty QB visit? Isnt he coming this weekend?

 

[IthacaBarrel]

ah, seems silly after a massive amount of success with an experienced and talented QB but in Fran we trust.

What seems silly is it’s a different year. You have a RS freshman iwho may be the answer may not but you definitely need an other QB to come in and compete. Last year we had no option at QB really. Also Fran knew Kyle for a long time there was relationship there and that’s not going to happen every year. Save some dry powder for linebacker or two and a center. Just need another guy to come in and push Jakari, may the best man win. Not going to be any guarantees this year

 

[Rautins07]

I would lower your expectations, because most of the pool we are evaluating are high upside guys that haven't played at their current schools.

Also regarding expectations Kyle McCord was the perfect storm. So far, of the QB’s linked to us, I hope it’s this kid

 

[phil77]

I would lower your expectations, because most of the pool we are evaluating are high upside guys that haven't played at their current schools.

This guys seems to fit that bill. Seems like super high upside. Pocket Passer with above average athletic ability. If he is athletic and accurate that could be lead to massive upside.

 

[Blanko97]

What seems silly is it’s a different year. You have a RS freshman iwho may be the answer may not but you definitely need an other QB to come in and compete. Last year we had no option at QB really. Also Fran knew Kyle for a long time there was relationship there and that’s not going to happen every year. Save some dry powder for linebacker or two and a center. Just need another guy to come in and push Jakari, may the best man win. Not going to be any guarantees this year

Kyle was the difference between 9-3 and 3-9 this year. I assume fran knows that the answer is on the roster if that's how he is handling it because he's proven he knows what's up. In general though, i dont think you short the QB position on powder.

 

[orangefog]

I would lower your expectations, because most of the pool we are evaluating are high upside guys that haven't played at their current schools.

With all due respect, with Fran, my expectations will always remain high.

 

[bnoro]

With all due respect, with Fran, my expectations will always remain high.

Read the post again. I'm saying the staff isn't targeting a guy with starting experience. So if you're expecting that you should lower your expectations.

 

[orangefog]

Read the post again. I'm saying the staff isn't targeting a guy with starting experience. So if you're expecting that you should lower your expectations.

I'm just expecting them to field a really competitive team, despite the difficult schedule. I don't think they back down from any challenge.

 

[phil77]

Hope he doesn’t leave Syracuse without signing if it’s true we are going for max talent without much experience I don’t see anyone better in the portal

 

[orangefog]

Hope he doesn’t leave Syracuse without signing if it’s true we are going for max talent without much experience I don’t see anyone better in the portal

That sounds like a risk. Is that a risk that Fran is willing to take. Is he a riverboat gambler?

 

[cardiac]

Read the post again. I'm saying the staff isn't targeting a guy with starting experience. So if you're expecting that you should lower your expectations.

Anthony Colandrea is visiting next week?