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I advocated many times the last two years that they should throw downfield more.  They were more successful than not when they did.  There seemed to be way too many short throws that defenses keyed in on.  Hope they can take advantage of a strong arm and speedy receivers.

Chris on 08/25/2010 (8:17 pm)

If any position is too deep for incoming frosh players, REDSHIRT THEM! They’ll get their chance in a year or two.

Ken Green on 08/25/2010 (5:17 pm)

Gary,
He looked pretty good. I wouldn’t be surprised he gets some action in Thursday’s scrimmage.

Dan on 08/25/2010 (3:59 pm)

Great to hear that Jackson is back.  How long will be required for him to be ready to play at full speed?  Think he will participate in the scrimmage?

gary on 08/25/2010 (3:31 pm)

carl, you’ve got that right.
Matt, First things first, I believe the pass-run ratio will be much closer to 50/50 than it’s been the past three seasons. I don’t think we’ll see that much more deep stuff. And it’s hard to imagine they’ll utilize Brown, Marshall Williams and Givens much differently, considering the trio caught 166 passes among them last year. The big change I’ve seen is how the slot backs are shifting into the backfield, and taking handoffs for running plays. I haven’t seen that many screens or quick outs in the two scrimmages, but I’ll be looking for that tomorrow.

Dan on 08/25/2010 (2:22 pm)

The receivers sound great. However most of our offense will depend on the play of our QBs, especially early in the season. It won’t be long and we will have an idea, right Dan

carl on 08/25/2010 (1:53 pm)

Hey Dan, having seen the practices and scrimages so far this summer is it your impression that the coaches intend to utilize the receiving corp more by quick outs and screen plays (as has been Wake’s bent in the last few years), or do you see them taking advantage of the speed at wideout and taking more shots down the field? As accurate of a passer as Riley Skinner was I don’t know that he was ever known for his arm strength.  But with a brand new quarterback taking over (no matter who it is) I didn’t know how much the coaches would be willing to take their chances downfield even with such a talented bunch lining up as wide receivers.  Any thoughts?  Also, with Ted Stachitas likely taking over at QB, what percentage of run vs. pass do you foresee for the offense this year?  Do you see the misdirection plays coming back into fashion for this squad?  Thanks so much for filling us in as we all clamber to fill the void that football will hopefully satiate!

Matt on 08/25/2010 (1:29 pm)