We had a few surprises last year — how many scholarships do we have left to give for 2018? Do we expect any additions similar to last year? Would love to see an experienced WR added.
Class of 2018 - 2018 Scholarship Rundown (Fishes and Loaves Report) [Updated 4/19/18]We had a few surprises last year — how many scholarships do we have left to give for 2018? Do we expect any additions similar to last year? Would love to see an experienced WR added.
Class of 2018 - 2018 Scholarship Rundown (Fishes and Loaves Report) [Updated 4/19/18]
The Fishes and Loaves count indicate up to four open scholarships. Of course that doesn't mean they fill them, they could just wait and take more players next year.
A lot of that had to do with Coach Stanard and Robinson’s coach being friends. Also heard he is a great kid.Dino will find what he needs one way or another. When I think about his last minute get of Alton Robinson (who is going to be a dynamite all ACC type player this season, IMO) I rest easy.
Heading into spring practice, OL, LB, and WR were the biggest question marks on the team. The first two [I believe] came out of spring ball in solid shape -- but WR seems worrisome. Some nice / young components, but I'm afraid that Devin Butler is just a guy, not a go-to receiver. Replacing not just Ish's but also Erv's production is going to be a challenge.
It will be interesting to see if we keep 3-4 scholarships open beyond the normal signing period on a go-forward basis, to enable us to "mine" the grad transfer market.
Agree 100% that the WR corps could use bolstering. Heading into spring practice, OL, LB, and WR were the biggest question marks on the team. The first two [I believe] came out of spring ball in solid shape -- but WR seems worrisome. Some nice / young components, but I'm afraid that Devin Butler is just a guy, not a go-to receiver. Replacing not just Ish's but also Erv's production is going to be a challenge.
I’m not too worried about WR. We have a few guys getting on campus for fall practice that should compete right away for depth chart spots.
I have been creeping through the coaches twitter and haven't seen much. This is the month for graduation. My guess is someone will pop up soon if they are going to be on campus for summer session in June.Assuming Johnson’s grades are ok he will likely be one. I think Dino knows we need another WR, hopefully they can find one. Maybe they save the others or maybe a walk-on or two earns one.
This kid Hendrix could be the next Ish or AET, really. He will be ready to compete.I’m not too worried about WR. We have a few guys getting on campus for fall practice that should compete right away for depth chart spots.
The NFL hasn't been too impressed with our receivers so far. Maybe Dino can plug in his new guys and get better results than with Shaf's guys.My concern at WR is that it will make Dungey less effective. He could be a better QB this year but it may not be as noticeable without a couple guys that can get separation, have more drops, and don’t make the occasional great catch. Ish was able to replace AET but who’s next? Then as much as Ish, there’s Phillips. Ish and Phillips replaced AET and Bris. Who’s up next and can they be as effective as the last 2 years. Guess we’ll find out if it’s just a “system” thing.
Sure, maybe.The NFL hasn't been too impressed with our receivers so far. Maybe Dino can plug in his new guys and get better results than with Shaf's guys.
The NFL hasn't been too impressed with our receivers so far. Maybe Dino can plug in his new guys and get better results than with Shaf's guys.