8/1 FALL PRESS CONF #1

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NotreDame?src=hash">#NotreDame</a> CB KeiVarae Russell: “I think he’s taken on this role as one of a challenge, where he wants to be that (Darrell) Revis.”</p>— Irish Illustrated (@NDatRivals) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDatRivals/statuses/495244224057851904">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: KeiVarae Russell is taking on "man" role as a challenge. Wants to be seen as a Revis or Peterson. Wants to be the very best at CB</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495244271675793408">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>KeiVarae Russell wants to be the best cornerback in college football, Kelly says.</p>— Blue and Gold News (@BGInews) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGInews/statuses/495244375463821312">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Brian Kelly on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NotreDame?src=hash">#NotreDame</a> QB Malik Zaire: “He understands the concepts. Once in a while he’ll revert back to some freshman mistakes."</p>— Rachel Terlep (@eTruth_Irish) <a href="https://twitter.com/eTruth_Irish/statuses/495244528568512512">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Kelly on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NotreDame?src=hash">#NotreDame</a> QB Malik Zaire: “I really like his progression. He’s been great this summer.”</p>— Irish Illustrated (@NDatRivals) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDatRivals/statuses/495244629936447489">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: With Golson and Zaire, BK doesn't have to have 2 scripts for 2 QB's. They are running the same plays. Helps build consistency on offense</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495244790209204224">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK on QB competition: “This is the first time we don’t have to have two scripts for two different quarterbacks. It’s a huge advantage."</p>— Rachel Terlep (@eTruth_Irish) <a href="https://twitter.com/eTruth_Irish/statuses/495244825013518337">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Johannes]

Had no idea Kizer was so huge. 6'4.5" / 220? Damn!

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: 10 days before opener is the latest BK wants to make QB call, but will make the call when it is "clear."</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495245031822069760">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[CoachB]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Everett Golson is starting to understand the “why” of the playbook, Kelly says. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NotreDame?src=hash">#NotreDame</a></p>— Blue and Gold News (@BGInews) <a href="https://twitter.com/BGInews/statuses/495243723937439744">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Councell has a unique quality in that he can play outside at 250-plus pounds and strong. Violent hands. Can play over TE and in space</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495243908419694592">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Sure sounds like a SAM to me.

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: On Cody Riggs, says he fits in very well. Called him a "Notre Dame man." Handles his business very well</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495245201792040961">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Riggs already gaining respect of teammates. Was a "great add" to the team. Was a bit out of shape when he arrived but now back in shape</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495245368268181504">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

KOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOON

KOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOON

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Team weight room structure at ND has helped Riggs gain strength</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495245462044418050">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Pops Freshenmeyer]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: At 269 pounds, Jonathan Bonner had a 35 inch vertical this summer</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495241922949443585">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Well, never mind then.

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Riggs can play CB and nickel, hasn't talked to him about playing safety. Will start out at CB and nickel</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495245574728605696">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Getting Lombard back healthy has been really good. His last 2 weeks at ND were "outstanding." Healthy and moving well.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495245703267250176">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Need to find 5th starter. Says Matt Hegarty has been "outstanding." Hanratty has been tough. McGlinchey is as physical gifted as anybody</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495245912743366658">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Physically, Quenton Nelson is "very gifted."</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495245981844512768">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: DL is a 180 compared to last year in regards to how they "work as a group." Sheldon Day the leader there</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495246122756345856">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Have to make up for the loss of production at the WR corps and will have to play a lot of new players on defense</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495246324460453889">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Need to settle into the new D scheme and get players comfortable to make up for lost players. Says all teams are dealing with that</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495246454391582723">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[NDPhilly]

Wasn't expecting Johnny Williams and bonner to be mentioned before Blankenship. At 250+ Williams may not redshirt

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Don't want to have undefeated seasons and then just "winning seasons." Wants to be a part of the national conversation</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495246678262546432">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Goal now is to get into the national playoffs every year. Will be mark for every team</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495246750232612864">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Will have to move more players onto the field on D to utilize strengths.</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495247097369993216">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Says BVG has experience utilizing strengths of singular players. Use the strengths of the players, is about the players not the play</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495247200772177920">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: BVG's attention to detail, passion and ability to communicate well to staff has stood out to Kelly. Not a micromanager</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495247383899684864">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Says BVG let's his staff go out and coach. Said players already believe in him</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495247557527089152">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Ndaccountant]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: DL is a 180 compared to last year in regards to how they "work as a group." Sheldon Day the leader there</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495246122756345856">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Were there issues last year that nobody talked about, or is he hinting at the number of injuries prevented cohesion?

 

[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Addition of 2nd field at Culver Academies is the reason for this years move there. Geography was right</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495247680504094720">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[PANDFAN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>BK: Not sure where Jonathan Bonner is going to play, but "it's going to be fun to watch him."</p>— Irish Sports Daily (@ISDUpdate) <a href="https://twitter.com/ISDUpdate/statuses/495247807989956608">August 1, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Pops Freshenmeyer]

Was that a shot at Nix & Tuitt?