2015 PRE SEASON CAMP THREAD

[koonja]

BK presser at 2:00.

Fingers crossed for any Ishaq news

Is this an unplanned presser? Or is it part of a normal schedule? If unplanned, could be Ishaq/KVR related. Or with our luck, something worse, lol.

 

[wizards8507]

Is this an unplanned presser? Or is it part of a normal schedule? If unplanned, could be Ishaq/KVR related. Or with our luck, something worse, lol.

It's Media Day. Been scheduled for weeks, if not months.

 

[GrangerIrish24]

Or with our luck, something worse, lol.

 

[NCND]

Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football, Basketball, and Recruiting Front Page

 

[woolybug25]

If Koon isn't constantly surrounded by drama... Then he would die...

 

[NCND]

Max is 2nd Team: CBS Sports 2015 Preseason College Football All-America Team, awards - CBSSports.com

 

[aubeirish]

Is this an unplanned presser? Or is it part of a normal schedule? If unplanned, could be Ishaq/KVR related. Or with our luck, something worse, lol.

It's tuesday bud. It must be the normal schedule.

 

[#1rish]

Would be nice if we heard that KeiVarae is officially good to go.

 

[connor_in]

Something that no one brought up was how fun it was to say "Huuuuuuuuuuuughes" from the stands whenever he even looked at the ball. That's pretty important stuff. I'm hoping maybe we'll hear some "E-QQQQQQQQ" this year.

So if he scores two touchdowns, do you yell dos eq'ies?




I'll see myself out...

 

[BleedBlueGold]

Something that was brought up in a podcast and has me thinking is this: There are countless exceptions, but BK seems to prefer experience over raw talent. With that said, does anyone project ESB taking CRob's spot or Hunter/Sanders taking Amir's spot? I've heard multiple people say that CRob has been just "meh" (he certainly had some great catches last season, but also had some pretty bad drops)...meanwhile, ESB seems to be really impressing the coaches and onlookers. The same can be said about Amir vs the younger Hunter and Sanders. On the defensive side, you have Crawford working with the 1s at the position most of us pegged Farley to hold down.

Do you guys think BK will play these younger guys? Or is this coach speak/motivational jargon?

 

[IrishLion]

Do you guys think BK will play these younger guys? Or is this coach speak/motivational jargon?

I want to say that it's too early to tell, but at the same time, BK doesn't usually talk about young guys getting playing time unless it's a guarantee that they will.

I don't think ESB is stealing anybody's spot. I think CRob still plays in relief of Brown, as well as on the inside in trips formations just like he did last year. I think we'll see ESB get spot duty here and there to get his feet wet, and then maybe see him in the redzone along with CRob at times.

Crawford is going to play, but probably in obvious passing situations. I bet Farley still plays plenty as the base nickle on early downs, and we'll see Russell shift to that spot every now and again to get Coleman or Watkins on the field.

So it is coach-speak in a way (get the older guys to keep pressing; let the younger guys know that their work is being noticed), but it's also clear that the young guys that BK singles out WILL play.

 

[zelezo vlk]

Max is 2nd Team: CBS Sports 2015 Preseason College Football All-America Team, awards - CBSSports.com

If he warrants that accolade at the end of the year, then I'm sure we'll all be happy with the team.

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[Luckylucci]

Something that was brought up in a podcast and has me thinking is this: There are countless exceptions, but BK seems to prefer experience over raw talent. With that said, does anyone project ESB taking CRob's spot or Hunter/Sanders taking Amir's spot? I've heard multiple people say that CRob has been just "meh" (he certainly had some great catches last season, but also had some pretty bad drops)...meanwhile, ESB seems to be really impressing the coaches and onlookers. The same can be said about Amir vs the younger Hunter and Sanders. On the defensive side, you have Crawford working with the 1s at the position most of us pegged Farley to hold down.

Do you guys think BK will play these younger guys? Or is this coach speak/motivational jargon?

I don't see ESB beating out Crob or Brown on an absolute basis. I think he may see some game reps but he won't become the #1 W WR.

I personally have always really liked Hunter Jr's game more so than Amir's and it really looks like he is making a run at that starting slot WR job. I don't think he'll completely remove Amir from the conversation but I really think he's becoming one of our best WR's.

We talked about this a week or two ago and Lax brought up another good point. In 2TE sets the slot comes off the field so its really Amir/Hunter Jr./Alize/Sanders. Of those 4, I think Hunter Jr. has the best shot to see the lionshare of reps.

 

[BleedBlueGold]

I want to say that it's too early to tell, but at the same time, BK doesn't usually talk about young guys getting playing time unless it's a guarantee that they will.

I don't think ESB is stealing anybody's spot. I think CRob still plays in relief of Brown, as well as on the inside in trips formations just like he did last year. I think we'll see ESB get spot duty here and there to get his feet wet, and then maybe see him in the redzone along with CRob at times.

Crawford is going to play, but probably in obvious passing situations. I bet Farley still plays plenty as the base nickle on early downs, and we'll see Russell shift to that spot every now and again to get Coleman or Watkins on the field.

So it is coach-speak in a way (get the older guys to keep pressing; let the younger guys know that their work is being noticed), but it's also clear that the young guys that BK singles out WILL play.

I don't see ESB beating out Crob or Brown on an absolute basis. I think he may see some game reps but he won't become the #1 W WR.

I personally have always really liked Hunter Jr's game more so than Amir's and it really looks like he is making a run at that starting slot WR job. I don't think he'll completely remove Amir from the conversation but I really think he's becoming one of our best WR's.

We talked about this a week or two ago and Lax brought up another good point. In 2TE sets the slot comes off the field so its really Amir/Hunter Jr./Alize/Sanders. Of those 4, I think Hunter Jr. has the best shot to see the lionshare of reps.

Thanks for the insight. Lucky, your last sentence really stood out as that's basically what I was wondering. Out of ALL the WR/TE, what is the rotation? They can't all play, ya know. I guess that's where my question came from. Lots of goods, but who ultimately sees the field on Saturdays? (Rhetorical, since you guys have already answered this)

 

[zelezo vlk]

Doesn't Hunter have the ability to play outside too?

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[Luckylucci]

Doesn't Hunter have the ability to play outside too?

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Yea but I think Amir is the weakest link of the starting WR positions. You're not going to take Fuller off the field and Crob/Brown combination needs those snaps.

 

[wizards8507]

BK coming to the mic shortly. Anyone know if Panda is around to cover Twitter duties?

 

[tussin]

Yea but I think Amir is the weakest link of the starting WR positions. You're not going to take Fuller off the field and Crob/Brown combination needs those snaps.

Why are CRob and Brown bunched together? Their games aren't that similar.

 

[Luckylucci]

Not sure what this means but Avery Sebastian ran with the 1's the entire practice at SS. Could be the staff just trying to get him some work but I found it interesting.

 

[Luckylucci]

Why are CRob and Brown bunched together? Their games aren't that similar.

For the most part Fuller is at X, Crob and Brown are at W, and Amir/Hunter JR. etc. are at Z. Brown has had some run at X behind Fuller throughout camp so far but the majority of the reps he takes are at W, same goes for Crob.

 

[tussin]

For the most part Fuller is at X, Crob and Brown are at W, and Amir/Hunter JR. etc. are at Z. Brown has had some run at X behind Fuller throughout camp so far but the majority of the reps he takes are at W, same goes for Crob.

Gotcha, thanks.

Is the presser sound quality pretty bad for anyone else?

 

[ozzman]

Gotcha, thanks.

Is the presser sound quality pretty bad for anyone else?

yes, very poor quality. now there is a buzzing going on.

 

[wizards8507]

Gotcha, thanks.

Is the presser sound quality pretty bad for anyone else?

Awful, and you can't hear any of the questions.

 

[Big23Head]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NotreDame?src=hash">#NotreDame</a> concluded practice today with last drive of game scenarios. Yoon hit 46 yard FG to "win" on one drive.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633680899075387392">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Jerry Tillery had a nice day on the Dline. Daniel Cage definitely getting more reps.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633681839912275968">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Defense as a whole had a very good day. Offense showed inconsistency</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633682048021041157">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[Big23Head]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">DE Doug Randolph did some nice things rushing the passer.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633682978409959424">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Zaire struggled in pressure situations today. Took 2 "sacks" in game ending drive drill. Kizer looked more calm in drill.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633683333784936448">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
<script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Quarterbacks struggled with accuracy and receivers struggled with drops.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633683868739063808">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[Big23Head]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Max Redfield looked in command of the defense, including a pick 6 off Zaire.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633684883353796608">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Jaylon Smith continues to be moved to multiple spots in the defense.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633685167945711620">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
<script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Freshman RB Josh Adams got a lot of work today.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633685365933633536">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
<script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Equanimeous St. Brown continued to impress at WR. Just a very smooth player.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633685589712338944">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[Big23Head]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Kelly wanted to create real game scenarios to see his players response during todays practice.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633702072425295873">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">"Jaylon Smith is the mainstay of our defense. He is a central figure of what we do" - BK on importance of #9.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633702523262640128">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Kelly calls Drue Tranquill versatile and will play multiple positions. Can play close to the ball and can play off the hash.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633702734479392768">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[Big23Head]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Standouts: Will Fuller, Jerry Tillery, C.J. Sanders, Tyler Newsome, KeiVarae Russell, Max Redfield, Equanimeous St. Brown, Justin Yoon.</p>— Irish Illustrated (@PeteSampson_) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteSampson_/status/633683975207264256">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[Big23Head]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Based on today, Josh Adams seems ahead of Dexter Williams and Justin Brent for the #3 running back job.</p>— Irish Illustrated (@PeteSampson_) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteSampson_/status/633685548142567425">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Kelly talking about Autry Denson, cites Notre Dame ties, Florida connections, “all those things come together."</p>— Irish Illustrated (@PeteSampson_) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteSampson_/status/633703608735899649">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Kelly talking about recruiting Ronnie Stanley back to ND. Wanted to put him in a leadership position and to reinforce the opportunities.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633703797861302272">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[Big23Head]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">BK states Stanley can bring the strength component to his game and he has matured to where his peers respect him.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633704038538809344">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">"I think you will see a lot of Torii Hunter Jr. this year." BK - Stated Hunter can play all WR positions.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/633704184907493376">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Kelly on Ronnie Stanley’s leadership: “When he talks, people listen.” Stanley said that’s a change from last season per Stanley himself.</p>— Irish Illustrated (@PeteSampson_) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteSampson_/status/633704110978678785">August 18, 2015</a></blockquote>
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