2015 Spring Practice Thread

[Ironman8]

^Notables:

- Chase Hounshell is a TE, wearing #18
- Alex Bars is 316
- Tevon Coney is 6 foot, 230
- Michael Deeb still a LB, at 255
- Corey Holmes still a WR
- No Ben Councell

 

[Ironman8]

Jhonny Williams up to 260. That's awesome.

 

[Sherm Sticky]

Looks like Hounshell is back. As expected Jalen Brown and Atkinson gone.

 

[Luckylucci]

Prior to the presser starting, it still blows me away that Councell never came into his own. I really really liked him coming out of HS.

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Schmidt, Golson, Farley, Carlisle, Grace, Martin join Hounshell among fifth-year candidates.</p>— Tim Prister (@timprister) <a href="https://twitter.com/timprister/status/577862102616031233">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[Luckylucci]

Jhonny Williams up to 260. That's awesome.

Everydown playing weight!

 

[GoIrish41]

^Notables:

- Chase Hounshell is a TE, wearing #18
- Alex Bars is 316
- Tevon Coney is 6 foot, 230
- Michael Deeb still a LB, at 255
- Corey Holmes still a WR
- No Ben Councell

Was Holmes supposed to switch positions? To which position? Sorry, I must have missed this.

 

[Luckylucci]

Was Holmes supposed to switch positions? To which position? Sorry, I must have missed this.

There was talk that the staff had been very impressed with his overall athleticism and a move to S or CB could occur.

 

[GoIrish41]

There was talk that the staff had been very impressed with his overall athleticism and a move to S or CB could occur.

Thanks. Lord knows we could use help at Safety.

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>ND freshmen get numbers assigned: Te'Von Coney is #4, Jerry Tillery is #99, Micah Dew-Treadway is #97 and Tristen Hoge is #66</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577863339046494208">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[Ironman8]

John Turner back at Safety

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly: "Guys that needed to address some deficiencies in the weight room did. Guys that needed to gain weight did."</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577864163118166017">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Brian Kelly says if first seven weeks of year were about weightraining and conditioning, next seven is on skill development.</p>— Tim Prister (@timprister) <a href="https://twitter.com/timprister/status/577864675062362112">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Brian Kelly notes how selflessly Mike Brey’s squad plays and says football program needs to get there too this spring.</p>— Irish Illustrated (@PeteSampson_) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteSampson_/status/577864727877013504">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Now enter the period where they can improve the players skill and create more competition.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577864802887999488">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[Sherm Sticky]

Prior to the presser starting, it still blows me away that Councell never came into his own. I really really liked him coming out of HS.

I hear that. But, he was a 3 * recruit until the NC East/West practice and game. Maybe his play that week inflated opinions of him. I suppose you really have to look at the body of work for HS recruits.

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Wants to see Golson continue his development in the disciplined approach of playing the position.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577865467076947969">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Golson must continue to compete at the position, show leadership and communication, which he's seen so far. Continue to "hone his craft"</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577865734770016256">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Still unsure if there will be a clear No. 1 and/or No. 2 QB. Needs to see how they compete in the spring.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577865834858745856">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK re: naming No. 1 QB in spring - "I really don't know...Based upon what we saw in bowl prep, both very much part of success in 2015."</p>— Tim Prister (@timprister) <a href="https://twitter.com/timprister/status/577865984360517632">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly says he believes Golson and Zaire will be part of the success of Notre Dame's in 2015.</p>— Irish Illustrated (@PeteSampson_) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteSampson_/status/577866022511906816">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Ben Councell decided he did not want to return and continue to play football. Going to get his degree and move on from the game</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577866125909848064">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Jalen Brown was not invited back, Brian Kelly said.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/577866210324410368">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>LB Ben Councell has decided to end his football career, Brian Kelly said. Was invited back but declined opportunity. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NotreDame?src=hash">#NotreDame</a></p>— JJ Stankevitz (@JJStankevitz) <a href="https://twitter.com/JJStankevitz/status/577866205849133056">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK on Hegarty transfer: "We had a spot for him on our roster and we thought he'd be competing for starting position."</p>— Tim Prister (@timprister) <a href="https://twitter.com/timprister/status/577866345100025856">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Nick Martin is moving back to center</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577866386329989120">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Sam Mustipher will be the No. 2 center, Tristen Hoge the No. 3 center, Kelly says.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/577866468102184960">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Hasn't had much direct communication with Ishaq Williams, mostly through 3rd parties.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577866598037483520">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said he has not had much dialogue with Ishaq Williams. Says he has talked more often with KeiVarae Russell.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/577866641024905216">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: "KeiVarae is making progress academically to be back here and is making steps to be back with our football team this summer."</p>— Tim Prister (@timprister) <a href="https://twitter.com/timprister/status/577866755277721600">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly offers praise for Jerry Tillery during winter workouts, said toughness surprised/impressed the coaching staff.</p>— Irish Illustrated (@PeteSampson_) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteSampson_/status/577866856297418753">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Te'Von Coney is a guy Kelly is excited about seeing in the spring</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577866956558217216">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Jerry Tillery keeps popping up when talking about young players making an impression. In competitive drills he shows up big, toughness</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577866877684170752">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Max Redfield had a terrific bowl game, all came together for him in the game. Saw realization of athletic ability w/football knowledge</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577867349564489728">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly says “it all came together” for Max Redfield in the Music City Bowl. Mentions the previous “disconnect” between talent and knowledge.</p>— Andrew Owens (@BGI_AndrewOwens) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGI_AndrewOwens/status/577867387724259328">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Would be disappointed if staff didn't see that trend continue in the spring. Wants to build on success against LSU</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577867469458710529">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Greg Bryant is gaining trust and a comfort level in the offense. Says Denson is excited about working with him. "Trust what you see."</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577867602103394305">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Says Malik Zaire has to continue lead, continue to show he has practice skills necessary to lead the team.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577867772308291584">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Might have gone to Zaire sooner if they saw the leadership from the game in practice.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577867909709484032">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: It's going to be difficult for Kizer to compete this spring, but won't close the door. "Love his leadership skills." Future is bright</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577868144980561920">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly said he wants to see more day-to-day leadership from Malik Zaire and not just during games, citing the Music City Bowl.</p>— Irish Illustrated (@PeteSampson_) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteSampson_/status/577867995948658688">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly on DeShone Kizer: "I wouldn't count him out." Noted improvements in footwork and mechanics. Sanford is excited to work with him</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577868350610518016">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly says new QB coach Mike Sanford excited to work with Malik Zaire.</p>— Rachel Terlep (@eTruth_Irish) <a href="https://twitter.com/eTruth_Irish/status/577868477874065409">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Knows LB group will have Jarrett Grace and Joe Schmidt. Both will provide vocal leadership capabilities regardless of who starts</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577868595775959040">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[GoIrish41]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Might have gone to Zaire sooner if they saw the leadership from the game in practice.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577867909709484032">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: It's going to be difficult for Kizer to compete this spring, but won't close the door. "Love his leadership skills." Future is bright</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577868144980561920">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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Sounds like he's a gamer ... sometimes everything doesn't show up in practice. Hope he shows up in practice so he can continue to show up in the games.

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Asked if Jarrett Grace is capable of competing for a starting job, Kelly simply says competition a “good problem to have"</p>— Irish Illustrated (@PeteSampson_) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteSampson_/status/577868722708189184">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Quenton Nelson and Alex Bars will battle for the starting LG position</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577869270106832897">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Mark Harrell is moving to tackle. Was a TE/OT in high school.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577869379221594112">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Colin McGovern could also play tackle if the need arises.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577869442673070080">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Bars move is about getting him a chance to start. If he doesn't start he could move back to tackle.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577869509928742915">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NotreDame?src=hash">#NotreDame</a> BK on OL: Bivin, Harrell, McGovern all will get a look at tackle along with Stanley and McGlinchey.</p>— Tim Prister (@timprister) <a href="https://twitter.com/timprister/status/577869669266161664">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK on Hounshell: "He knocked down my door. Wouldn't leave me alone. Said 'I have something to offer.' -Kelly appreciates his competitiveness</p>— Tim O'Malley (@timomalleyND) <a href="https://twitter.com/timomalleyND/status/577869762702639104">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Chase Hounshell kept coming back to Kelly and saying he wanted to return. Wanted to be a part of the team. Said he'd play wherever</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/status/577869839621992448">March 17, 2015</a></blockquote>
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