2025 Fall Practice Thread

[Irishdawg]

Yes, the updates are much appreciated… Arrow/Merck, any kicking game updates? FGs were a huge part of the playoff run last year!

 

[Irishokie]

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Oh shit, here we go again

 

[GoldenBoy3]

Okay. Here we go. Before I say anything or go any further, please remember that this isn’t something I get to do often. So, I don’t really know who “won” the practice. This is one practice, so I would not take this as gospel. What I saw tonight might’ve been different than what happened yesterday or what will happen tomorrow.

Defense:
-it appears that they have not missed a beat. They’re fast at basically every position.
-Starting safeties were Shuler and Talich
-Sneed working with the DL in drills, mainly the edge rushers.
-Pretty much status quo, which is a good thing IMO. I don’t remember seeing a blown coverage. Just very solid all around.

Offense:
-Lambert working with the 1’s at RG. That’s a development worth monitoring.
-Carr loves Pauling and Greathouse
-it’s obvious they’re keeping Love’s workload light. He probably had 10~ total carries
-Craig with a few low snaps near goal line, after Carr had led them down.

Now what you’ve all been waiting for…

Carr took every single rep with the 1’s. Before I go any further, this does not mean that’s what happened yesterday or what will happen tomorrow.

Carr was not perfect. I’d say he completed roughly 60%~ of his throws. But damn does that ball come out with confidence and with zip. He had a great 20 yard TD to Greathouse. No interceptions. IrishLion is right, he is not afraid to push the envelope.

Minchey was good. Took all of his reps with the 2’s. He also isn’t afraid to push it downfield. He had a TD to Burress, but it was called back for OPI. His mobility is notable.

I’m sure I’m missing a bunch of stuff. My mind and eyes were going every which direction. If you have a question then just ask. I’ll do my best to answer.

From what you saw, is Devonte Smith a lock at nickel or did you see any other DBs mixed in?

 

[arrowryan]

Yes, the updates are much appreciated… Arrow/Merck, any kicking game updates? FGs were a huge part of the playoff run last year!

1/2 today. That’ll be a stressful situation.

 

[arrowryan]

From what you saw, is Devonte Smith a lock at nickel or did you see any other DBs mixed in?

Secondary is Moore, Gray, Shuler, Talich, Smith.

I remember Tae Tae, Hobbs, and Golden on 2nd team

 

[IrishBoognish]

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it was a joke about "look up" and the gentleman's room

(I love big naturals)

 

[lefty5258]

Is Lambert with the 1s because Absher is out or because he beat him out?

 

[IrishBoognish]

Is Lambert with the 1s because Absher is out or because he beat him out?

Im no expert but doesnt he look like the prototype of a Tackle?

Either way, that dude is a hoss and im so happy to see him in there

 

[arrowryan]

I should also clarify that this was far from a perfect practice. I’m rarely at practice so I don’t know what “good” is supposed to look like. Offense won some, and the defense won some. Quarterbacks didn’t throw any picks and no one fumbled. Most importantly, I didn’t see any obvious injuries.

My biggest takeaway is this defense is going to be a bitch to deal with, and the offense will be better because of that.

 

[lefty5258]

Im no expert but doesnt he look like the prototype of a Tackle?

Either way, that dude is a hoss and im so happy to see him in there

Yeah that’s why I’d be a little confused if he was out there while Absher was healthy but I feel like last week the Irish Illustrated guys said Absher was banged up and Guerby went in

 

[dublinirish]

Im making it my mission to harass arrow now til he quits IE as is tradition


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[ulukinatme]

it was a joke about "look up" and the gentleman's room

(I love big naturals)

#MIGA - Make IE Great Again!
Bring back the Gentleman's Club!

 

[ulukinatme]

It's over, boys! We have our QB!



j/k

 

[Crazy Balki]

Im no expert but doesnt he look like the prototype of a Tackle?

Either way, that dude is a hoss and im so happy to see him in there

Lambert is 6'7 335.

Absher is 6'8 327.

Both of them are on the taller side, but Lambert makes Jagusah look shrimpy by comparison. He's an absolute tank.

 

[calvegas04]

1/2 today. That’ll be a stressful situation.

They only allow the kicker two kicks a practice? I'll *revisit* this later

 

[rtrn2glory]

Great stuff arrow. Appreciate the insight

 

[BeauBenken]

What was the OL across the board with the ones?

 

[arrowryan]

They only allow the kicker two kicks a practice? I'll *revisit* this later

Two kicks in their scrimmages. They kicked several times before practice started.

 

[arrowryan]

What was the OL across the board with the ones?

Knapp-Schrauth-Craig-Lambert-Wagner

 

[Veritate Duce Progredi]

@arrowryan - really appreciate you sharing. Now we wait for the beginning of game prep and a blackout of info.

Fortunately, we have guys on the inside who give us water in the desert.

 

[Irish#1]

I should also clarify that this was far from a perfect practice. I’m rarely at practice so I don’t know what “good” is supposed to look like. Offense won some, and the defense won some. Quarterbacks didn’t throw any picks and no one fumbled. Most importantly, I didn’t see any obvious injuries.

My biggest takeaway is this defense is going to be a bitch to deal with, and the offense will be better because of that.

Given it takes offenses a little more time to gel, this is great to hear.

Did you notice any variations in the defense from Golden to Ash?

 

[NDFAN2008]

@arrowryan any insight who might be the leading kick returner and punt returner?

 

[GrangerIrish24]

Some of the posters on 247 are doubting these "random posters" on another board and their access to practice. I will not stand for this slander of Ryan (or Arrow) and our shitty chili lover.

 

[arrowryan]

Some of the posters on 247 are doubting these "random posters" on another board and their access to practice. I will not stand for this slander of Ryan (or Arrow) and our shitty chili lover.

What did they say? Lol

 

[ab2cmiller]

Some of the posters on 247 are doubting these "random posters" on another board and their access to practice. I will not stand for this slander of Ryan (or Arrow) and our shitty chili lover.

Seems like some people are a bit jealous. I trust Arrow completely. He's a straight shooter.

 

[allenm5333]

Im no expert but doesnt he look like the prototype of a Tackle?

Either way, that dude is a hoss and im so happy to see him in there

Absher is huge too. Both are mammoths

 

[NDohio]

Much thanks for the updates. Sounds like the good vibes we are all having for this season are warranted. Can’t wait for this season to kick off. It seems the biggest concern is special teams. Punting and FGs could be very important these first two games. @arrowryan were you able to see how the special teams were doing overall beyond just the 1/2 FGs? Thank you for your attention to this very serious matter!

 

[GrangerIrish24]

What did they say? Lol

Two random people on Irish envy watched practice, yeah highly doubt that

This reads like a former poster here that got proven to be a fraud… hmmmmmmm

Hey guys I was at practice today, carr was 10-10 and Minchey was 8-9, believe me

 

[arrowryan]

Much thanks for the updates. Sounds like the good vibes we are all having for this season are warranted. Can’t wait for this season to kick off. It seems the biggest concern is special teams. Punting and FGs could be very important these first two games. @arrowryan were you able to see how the special teams were doing overall beyond just the 1/2 FGs? Thank you for your attention to this very serious matter!

Rendell was bombing punts, and it looked effortless. I don’t put too much stock into that, because he was doing this last year in camp and then could barely punt it 40 yards when it mattered. I want to see him do it in a game consistently.

 

[arrowryan]

Two random people on Irish envy watched practice, yeah highly doubt that

This reads like a former poster here that got proven to be a fraud… hmmmmmmm

Hey guys I was at practice today, carr was 10-10 and Minchey was 8-9, believe me

Fuck em. Most of the posters over there are miserable. IE is the best and there’s a good amount of people on here that can offer better insight.