A Few Practice Observations

[sportsfanatic21]

In case any of you are able to make it to practice, there are several number changes from last year according to the rosters listed on the website:

Chris Smith 13 (was 21)
Brandon Bishop 2 (was 25)
Jacob Bernard 4 (was 86)
Neal Johnson 9 (was 87)
Kaleb Carter 16 (was 26)
Chandler Fields 18 (was 16)
AJ Riley 19 (was 95)
Patrick Mensah 22 (was 13)
Eric Garror 7 (was 19)
Lance Legendre 9 (was 13)
Jayrin Wilson 9 (was 28)

There could be others. Those are the ones I caught.

Is Jayrin Wilson still on the team?

I was told otherwise

[JayWalker]

Is Jayrin Wilson still on the team?

I was told otherwise

He is listed on the roster as of this morning

[Big Buds]

Are you referring to Jamelle Franklin?

Yes

[JMV JustMyView]

What is the story on the OL transfer from Michigan State?

Bust.

See the thread coaching concerns post #10.

[JMV JustMyView]

Said it on another thread, we only have 7 running backs who will physically be on the field to play at this point. For me, the lack of depth is a concern.

And while the RB core is thin, the defensive line just has thinner players. There isn't an eclipse like Humphrey this year. I realize somebody of his size doesn't come along too often, but he did plug a big azzed hole. I think the depth is there, but the lack of that one piece might have a bit of an impact.

7 is plenty.

[Turbine]

Bust.

See the thread coaching concerns post #10.

Go back to seasoning your words with salt, you said it nicer the first time.

[JMV JustMyView]

Go back to seasoning your words with salt, you said it nicer the first time.

Hasn't meet the expectations of the staff yet.

[JamesTheJeweler]

Here's a kid that's supposed to be committing tomorrow for the Cajuns.

[zephyr]

I agree CM with T, that RB depth is pretty good for guys that can come in and do a serviceable job. My concern at that position is the level of skill or talent. I think it's going to be a drop off from the last 8 years or so. This team has thrived on great running and a defense, not good running. I am enthusiastic at the potential for a better passing game though, and that would help tremendously. Maybe the impact on the running game won't be an issue.

Definitely. We are not nearly as talented as in the past at RB.

[Turbine]

Right or wrong in the recent past I've considered Smith an "up speed pitch" a change of pace back for what Louisiana was doing.

Obviously it worked.

It will be interesting to see how this season develops.