01-08-2013, 01:44 PM
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Dunbar is not a #1. Trying to jam him into that role is the reason for the perception that he has underachieved. Florida needs a Pittman/Robinson/Fullwood to step up and be next years Amari Cooper. If one of those 3 does, then Dunbar, Patton, and Debose could be very effective complimentary players. If not, we will continue to be inconsistent in the passing game. An improved OL should help the WRs and QB develop.
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01-08-2013, 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by slayerxing
Patton will continue to be the jet sweep guy, but probably isn't going to be catching a lot of passes in this offense.
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...which is a shame. Kid looks promising if we could get him in open space. We know he made some nice runs before he got hurt.
Interesting Patton Fact: He had ONE reception this year. It's a crying shame, it really is...
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01-08-2013, 02:12 PM
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It was always a bit curious to me that there was a HUGE continuity between Brandon James the punt returner and Brandon James the wide receiver. As a punt returner, he always made you miss. As a wide receiver, even in space, he rarely made you miss. Granted, he did get us some key first downs as wide receiver.
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01-08-2013, 03:04 PM
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Originally Posted by LimeyGator
...which is a shame. Kid looks promising if we could get him in open space. We know he made some nice runs before he got hurt.
Interesting Patton Fact: He had ONE reception this year. It's a crying shame, it really is...
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...and that reception was on a busted play when Driskel was running around and Patton happened to break off his route and head towards the sidelines. Got us a first down too.
He's an important cog in our offense (even if for nothing more than misdirection) and his jet sweeps were usually good for 7-11 yards every time he got it. But he's got more to offer and really hope he's looked at a bit more next season.
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01-08-2013, 03:34 PM
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Heisman Candidate
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Patton was very important this year. Our offense struggled without him, especially in the Georgia game. Again, he is the type of player that can be a very effective role player playing around more dominant players. We need to find a true #1. Whoever he is, he did not play significant minutes this season.
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01-08-2013, 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by GATORAZ
No chance in hell Mornhinweg starts if Jeff is healthy.
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01-08-2013, 09:19 PM
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Originally Posted by GATORAZ
he has ZEROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO chance Jeff is the QB
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Fine with me I rather have a QB that can scramble anyways lol
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01-08-2013, 09:29 PM
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I guess the question is can Robinson be our Cooper.
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01-08-2013, 09:31 PM
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Originally Posted by revthejedi
I guess the question is can Robinson be our Cooper.
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He's built just like Amari - I sure hope he's as good.
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01-08-2013, 10:47 PM
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You have to be crazy to think Driskel loses his job. Why would Jacoby transfer if that were the case? Marty's kid will compete with Grier in 2015.
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01-08-2013, 11:25 PM
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Heisman Finalist
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Right or wrong I was always under the impression that Morningweg was another Schottenheimer. A kid with good talent but not up to UF standards. Came to learn coaching from a top tier program.
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01-09-2013, 05:50 AM
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What about Jacobs, or does he leave. The people wanting to see Murphy might get there chance. Not as the starter but the chances Jeff misses 1 game is good.
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01-09-2013, 02:36 PM
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Originally Posted by revthejedi
I guess the question is can Robinson be our Cooper.
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Could be. They have about the same rankings and similar size. Nobody expected Cooper to be quite this good, but that system can do a lot for a really good, but not necessarily spectacular receiver. It's a lot easier to get open when your team runs that often and that effectively. Doesn't hurt that the QB is protected by future first round draft choices. Our offense has to improve to be able to do that.
Personally, I don't care if it's Robinson who breaks out or a current player. Who knows what can happen with a top drawer WR coach, continued development at QB and a significant upgrade in OL talent. I do think Robinson is one of the best bets. He is big, fast, strong and very polished skill wise. I'll say it again, don't rule out Hawkins. He's very physical.
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01-10-2013, 09:47 PM
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I think Dunbar can be a 1. Not only that, I believe that he is the leader going into the clubhouse for that position. It is his to lose. He was our best WR last year, and will go into this year as the only experienced WR. Unless Robinson or Fulwood have incredible practices, I see Dunbar starting and being Driskel's primary target. After that, it's anyone's guess.
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01-10-2013, 09:56 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by revthejedi
I guess the question is can Robinson be our Cooper.
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Their running backs and oline made the wr at Bama look even better.
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01-10-2013, 10:14 PM
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Junior
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I honestly think Robinson could come in and at some point take away the number 1 spot from Dunbar his freshman year. But it's anyone's guess with all that.
What I'm really interested in seeing is the combination of receivers will be out on the field in certain situations. We will have a unique set of talent at receiver unlike we've seen in a while. Fulwood, Robinson, and Hawkins all being over 6'2", add size and physicality which is something we've been missing and needing. Only thing lacking there will be experience, knowledge and recognition. But that will come with time. (Add in Dunbar in this list as well)
And the speedy, playmaking guys. Bailey, Patton, Thompson, Debose and possibly Pittman (let's see where his development is in spring to see for sure). They have the speed to burn and could really stretch the field and get open when put in positions for a big mismatch against safety's and backers.
It will be fun to see how all these receivers will be used on the field. There are many touchdowns to be scored by this unit. I, for one, think this is a scary good group that will provide us with some fireworks and lots of em
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