Questions for Coach Babers

[TrickySU]

Hey all, I have an interview with coach Babers this morning. I wanted to reach out to you to see what types of questions you have for coach. I can't promise I'll ask them, but I'll do my best.

 

[ForCuseSake]

Where is Fredericks (on the depth chart) & why doesn't he play RB during games?

Edit - or "What does JF need to improve to move up the depth chart and play?"

(No, I'm not related to JF)

 

[donniesyracuse]

Ish88888 would like to know why Custis isn't playing.

 

[AirForceOrange]

The forecast right now calls for rain...How does rain specifically, and other weather conditions in general, affect the high tempo offense that he employs?

If you do ask any questions posted here, would please reply back with which questions you asked and his response? Thank you.

 

[sutomcat]

Hey all, I have an interview with coach Babers this morning. I wanted to reach out to you to see what types of questions you have for coach. I can't promise I'll ask them, but I'll do my best.

Is the staff showing recruits drawings or models of the plans for the renovated Dome yet?
How upsetting is it to have to burn the redshirt season for so many true frosh this year?

 

[PhatOrange]

You have to frame the Fredericks question in a way that gets you half way decent response.

As a true freshman last year, Jordan Fredericks carried 107 times for 607 yards and 4 touchdowns. He averaged 5.7 yards per carry. He was one of the few offensive bright spots last year.

He’s a big strong kid who can make people miss.

Last week he did not get a single carry yet we’re struggling to run the football.

What’s holding Jordan’s PT back ?

 

[orangepassion]

I'll second the Fredericks question. He was excellent last year. Also, if we're going to see Estime back there for kicks. He was second in the nation last year in Punt returns. Can give Riley a few plays in the slot if Brisly needs a blow.

 

[donniesyracuse]

You have to frame the Fredericks question in a way that gets you half way decent response.

I doubt one will get a decent response regardless of how one asks the question.

 

[TheCusian]

I doubt one will get a decent response regardless of how one asks the question.

Framing matters though. If you just ask why he's not playing we already know what he'll say (because he's answered the question already). Framing it correctly gives less wiggle room and may yield a better answer.

 

[IthacaBarrel]

Yeah I think Fredericks lack of PT is the biggest question that people want answered, babers did say he isn't that far down the chart and considers him on the 2 deep. That said, you have to wonder if he isn't being disciplined for something or dinged up, pure speculation on my end, just seems odd.

 

[Deano]

Would like to know why on 2 and 8 or 2 and 9 do we run the ball and get the same results (1 yard gain or nothing) instead of throwing it. This keeps ED out of 3rd and long possessions. Also why don't we run the ball on 2nd and 1 or 2nd and 2 and instead pass. Reference start of 2nd quarter in UConn game. Dungey gets sacked on 2nd and 1, we end up 3rd and 12 and he almost gets sacked again on that play.

 

[ottodaorange]

What's wrong with Dungey? How badly is he hurt?

 

[cuseguy]

What's wrong with Dungey? How badly is he hurt?

Won't be disclosed. Unless you have insider info, you're out of luck.

 

[Ish88888]

Ish88888 would like to know why Custis isn't playing.

Yes, the type of injury would be nice.

 

[donniesyracuse]

Framing matters though. If you just ask why he's not playing we already know what he'll say (because he's answered the question already). Framing it correctly gives less wiggle room and may yield a better answer.

I understand the strategy. I am just not optimistic.

 

[DPCuse]

What kind of reception are you getting from recruits? Are you gaining traction or is it an uphill battle still?