QB Tommy Devito is returning

[McNabb2Brominski]

We still need a capable back-up QB. We haven’t had a great track record of keeping the starting QB healthy all year long. Hopefully an improved oline will help with that, but so sick of the Grand Canyon level drop-off from starter to back-up at QB. Maybe Morgan or Dillon take a big leap going into next year. I’m hopeful on Lamson but doubt he’ll be ready next year. Would really like to see us pick up one in the transfer portal (ie Garrett Shrader).

 

[buffalorange]

Nice to have good news to start the week. And this is very good news!

 

[upperdeck]

I think Morgan is an upgrade from Rex given a yr to prepare.. if the oline is a bit better that helps too.

 

[TheCusian]

We still need a capable back-up QB. We haven’t had a great track record of keeping the starting QB healthy all year long. Hopefully an improved oline will help with that, but so sick of the Grand Canyon level drop-off from starter to back-up at QB. Maybe Morgan or Dillon take a big leap going into next year. I’m hopeful on Lamson but doubt he’ll be ready next year. Would really like to see us pick up one in the transfer portal (ie Garrett Shrader).

I've seen enough from JaCobian to feel a bit better than a lot of these other years. A full camp and time with Gilbert should help by next year too.

But I think we all feel snakebit at the position and want another guy to really compete. We'll see. I won't kill the staff if they just bring in Lamson.

 

[Finwad32]

Correct. 2020 never happened.

That’s what Dino said too. I kid, I kid.

 

[AngryOtto]

I’m okay with him returning provided there is real competition at the position. Also that Dino did not make any promises about not bringing in a transfer to compete. The more competition the better for the program.

 

[chugg21]

I don't forsee them bringing in a transfer. I think they believe they have their room set now. Have their hand-picked starter with loads of experience in Tommy, now have what appears to be a developmental guy with ability and a small bit of experience in Morgan to be the #2. Just those 2 healthy alone would be the best combo we've had in a decade other than Dungey's Senior year. Then behind those 2 we have 2 lotto tickets in Lamson and Dillon.

I've been all in on brining in a transfer for competition purposes but I just don't see them doing it if they feel they have a quality #1 and a quality, developing #2 which is what I believe they think.

 

[OttoinGrotto]

Just my opinion, with absolutely no knowledge whatsoever, but I think this indicates that there is a good chance that the Oline will be improved next year.

I have to think, with his natural abilities, TD would be welcomed in by any number of programs looking for a QB.

I also have to think that, if TD & Redrum thought that the Oline was going to be a complete disaster next year, there is no way they would be back.

I agree, and hope that this is exactly what this all means.

 

[PAcuse]

This is huge step in building compation and a solid QB room for next year.

 

[storange]

Of course it’s good news, but the staff better have a capable back up ready as well. We should have learned our lesson.

 

[MadNY3]

I admit I am not his biggest fan, but I have a ton of respect that he is coming back and keep going. Rooting for the best QB to lead us to a great turnaround story in 2021 and if it is TD, so be it. LGO.

 

[orangeinohio]

I hope TD was given some kind of reassurance regarding the OL. He can't be a human pinata for another season.

 

[Stevenson]

Now go get him some linemen, please!

 

[JRHEETER]

I hope TD was given some kind of reassurance regarding the OL. He can't be a human pinata for another season.

I would guarantee you TD in order to return would have some insurance there and I would assume a slight tweak on the offensive scheme...

Which I think we started to see against ND

 

[money3189]

My biggest issue with Tommy besides the pocket presence and reading the defense is his ability to extend a play. He is too athletic of a kid to not be able to make throws on the run. Once a play breaks down or his first read is gone , thats it, the play is over and there's no chance of anything else. He runs if he has a lane but he doesnt look down feild for potential explosive plays. Making plays outside the pocket is crucial this day in age. He needs to spend a lot if time this off season making reads and throws while rolling out. I still want a transfer because I dont know if TD will improve in those areas and the back up needs to be someone we can win games with.

EDIT just wanted to make sure I added that its a good thing he is back. I just want competiton. I want who ever doesnt win out to be capable of winning us games if the other goes down.

 

[OmahaCuse]

Great news. He will have a big year! Go get a transfer to back him up and see if the two freshman can get better. Oh and move REX to TE

 

[CarolinaCuse]

asterisk?

 

[HRE Otto IV]

I hope TD was given some kind of reassurance regarding the OL. He can't be a human pinata for another season.

Who says he is returning as a QB? Hackett is leaving which opens up a spot at TE. Hmmmm.

 

[BrooklynCuse]

That’s great Tommy is coming back.

But... but... does that mean his Dad is too?...

 

[PAcuse]

That’s great Tommy is coming back.

But... but... does that mean his Dad is too?...

I hope not, he really can't objectively look at things.
I'm grateful when parents come on here and share things but really should stay away during the season imo.

 

[FasterCuse]

1 Day after the season ends, this ray of sunshine appears, and makes me put on my orange colored sunglasses. Why do I do this to myself?
Get a few O Line transfers, 1 receiver, and I think we got a shot next year.

 

[AngryOtto]

The OL should be better but anyone thinking there will a complete metamorphosis is dreaming. Heard same thing last season. Yes there were injuries but three starters returned. We will always have injuries. If he wins the job great but still feel dt qb works better with su limitations.

 

[MaxwellCuse]

Count me in the camp that believes this is good news. Next, I ‘d like to see Tommy compete in good health and with a healthy OL next year.

 

[IthacaBarrel]

The OL should be better but anyone thinking there will a complete metamorphosis is dreaming. Heard same thing last season. Yes there were injuries but three starters returned. We will always have injuries. If he wins the job great but still feel dt qb works better with su limitations.

Thanks Chief

 

[007]

Regardless of how you feel about his skill set, TD's return is great for the program whether he is the starter or not. We still need to add to the QB room from the portal, IMO.