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Post by breezy on Jul 1, 2022 6:29:30 GMT -5
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Post by rgs318 on Jul 1, 2022 6:42:56 GMT -5
Nice to see HC getting this early recognition after so many years.
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Post by longsuffering on Jul 1, 2022 8:40:00 GMT -5
Three from MA and RI. And Bryant and Sacred Heart can't be too far down the list. The three New England FBS teams are non-factors nationally in their division.
Nice to have something to play for other than the outside possibility of a meaningless minor bowl game.
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Post by hcpride on Jul 1, 2022 9:40:53 GMT -5
We’re ranked ahead (pre-season) of every FCS team on our schedule. Can’t recall that happening in recent memory and another reason I’m anticipating a great HC season.
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Post by midwestsader05 on Jul 10, 2022 10:55:48 GMT -5
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Post by hchoops on Jul 10, 2022 12:17:21 GMT -5
Obviously our receivers are hurt statistically since we are primarily a running offense, especially compared to Fordham
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Post by midwestsader05 on Jul 11, 2022 10:29:37 GMT -5
thebluebloodspod.com/the-bluebloods-2022-preseason-all-patriot-league-team/Zach McKinnell from “Bluebloods” started as a SEC pod/site a few years ago but has morphed into an FCS football source. They focus a lot on recruiting (for DHarry) as does Jonathan Dobbins from “Light on College Sports” which specializes in FCS football and mid-major hoops. Good to see others joining Sam Herder and Craig Haley to shed light on these student athletes.
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Post by longsuffering on Jul 11, 2022 12:49:50 GMT -5
FCS is the place to be. Given the financial drain on UMass, UConn and even Rutgers, it would be interesting to ask Kit during one of his talks if Bowling Green ever investigated the pluses and minuses of FBS vs FCS.
It will be interesting to observe how the subdivisions shake out in the next ten years.
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Post by midwestsader05 on Jul 11, 2022 20:23:42 GMT -5
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Post by midwestsader05 on Jul 12, 2022 7:35:34 GMT -5
www.underdogdynasty.com/2022/6/29/23178014/fcs-football-2022-buck-buchanan-award-defense-montana-florida-a-m-vmi-holy-cross-chattanoogaDobbs ranked #3 FCS defensive player in the nation by Underdog Dynasty. “3. Jacob Dobbs, LB - Holy Cross Perhaps no linebacker in the nation has been more consistently dominant over the past three years than Jacob Dobbs. An All-American selection in each of his first three seasons, Dobbs is the anchor of Holy Cross’ defense. On a unit that sacked opposing QBs 44 times last fall, he alone was responsible for nearly a quarter of them with 9.5. Dobbs has eight total takeaways on his career as well (four interceptions and four fumble recoveries). Last year he got in on 137 tackles, fourth best in the country. The three players ahead of him in that category are all since graduated. With Dobbs leading the charge, the Crusaders won the program’s first playoff game in 2021. Now, he’s primed for what could be his best season yet and the expectations are even higher now.”
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Post by Sons of Vaval on Jul 12, 2022 7:45:19 GMT -5
The accolades continue to roll in.
Midwest, what do you think about Dobbs' NFL prospects? You don't really see many 6'0 linebackers. What would be a role for him in the NFL? Maybe he could be a Blake Costanzo type guy (Lafayette '06) and find himself as a special teams all star.
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Post by hchoops on Jul 12, 2022 8:07:11 GMT -5
Maybe he would get a free agent try out. Hard to see a player with an only Special Teams position get drafted.
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Post by HC92 on Jul 12, 2022 8:18:51 GMT -5
My belief has always been that Dobbs will graduate from HC and play his final year at an FBS school to show what he can do against top teams.
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Post by sader1970 on Jul 12, 2022 8:21:36 GMT -5
I assume the "flaw" the NFL might see in Jacob is his height. They said that about Nick Buoniconti too at 5'11" and he turned out alright.
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Post by sader1970 on Jul 12, 2022 11:33:33 GMT -5
Don’t discount Jake.
Kalif is also too small for the NFL but he’s made a team or two.
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Post by midwestsader05 on Jul 12, 2022 12:01:03 GMT -5
While every down NFL LB’s under 6’0 ft are rare, they do exist. The starting ILB for the KC Chiefs is second year star Nick Bolton out of Mizzou (5’11 ~230.) Most are Special Teamers and/or speciality down players.
The player in the 2022 draft class that reminded me most of Jake was Malcolm Rodriguez from Oklahoma State (also 5’11 ~230). Good speed, instincts and a tackling machine. He was a 2-time all Big 12 selection and went in the 6th round to the Lions.
Jake will have to decide what he wants to accomplish long term and what his ultimate goal’s are…if he has another stellar season at HC and comes out healthy, he’s almost guaranteed to be an un-drafted free agent. If he has a burning desire to play P5 FBS football (I don’t think he would take a GR year at a Group of 5 FBS school), he’s likely to get serious looks from tier 2 P5 (think Northwestern, Indiana etc. and a free year/s at Kellogg or Kelley B-school isn’t a bad back up plan). We all know he grew up a huge Michigan fan and while I don’t think he would be a candidate for a 1 year scholarship at U of M but might consider a PWO…if he looks at their roster and thinks he could play. Joe Lang played every Special team for FSU in his single season and while a good PL safety, wasn’t near the player Jake is. Jake isn’t going to play a GR transfer year somewhere just to play STeams.
Bottom line, he’s got the talent and intangibles to get a good look in the NFL. He’s almost certain to be an un-drafted free agent regardless, granted the attractiveness of that contract could be bolstered if he started a year for a Big 10 school. Other factors will also influence his decision that we don’t know today. His health coming out of this season, his desire to leave HC after another championship season, the HC teammates he’s personally closest to and their decisions to stay a 5th year at HC etc.
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Post by hc2020 on Jul 12, 2022 19:58:01 GMT -5
I recall Sam Mills played 12 very productive years in the NFL for the Saints and Panthers as an undersized 5’9” LB from Montclair St. It can be done…
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Post by KY Crusader 75 on Jul 12, 2022 21:37:33 GMT -5
What is Jacob's time in the 40?
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Post by hcpride on Jul 13, 2022 5:34:26 GMT -5
While every down NFL LB’s under 6’0 ft are rare, they do exist. The starting ILB for the KC Chiefs is second year star Nick Bolton out of Mizzou (5’11 ~230.) Most are Special Teamers and/or speciality down players. The player in the 2022 draft class that reminded me most of Jake was Malcolm Rodriguez from Oklahoma State (also 5’11 ~230). Good speed, instincts and a tackling machine. He was a 2-time all Big 12 selection and went in the 6th round to the Lions. Draft gurus pointed to Malcom Rodriguez’ 40 time of 4.52 as a counterpoint to his size (including length) shortcomings. He was an elite high school wrestler and outstanding high school QB originally recruited to OSU as a safety so he is very athletic. I don’t know if Jacob approaches that level of speed and athleticism.
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Post by sader1970 on Jul 13, 2022 5:55:38 GMT -5
Trying to re-focus on “The 2022 Refocus,” let’s concentrate on 2022 and I am confident that that is what Jake is doing.
I am greatly pleased that he is on our team for another season.
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Post by hc6774 on Jul 13, 2022 7:07:50 GMT -5
I understand that some of the team, including incoming freshmen, is on campus for the showcases for future recruits.
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Post by midwestsader05 on Jul 13, 2022 8:17:55 GMT -5
While every down NFL LB’s under 6’0 ft are rare, they do exist. The starting ILB for the KC Chiefs is second year star Nick Bolton out of Mizzou (5’11 ~230.) Most are Special Teamers and/or speciality down players. The player in the 2022 draft class that reminded me most of Jake was Malcolm Rodriguez from Oklahoma State (also 5’11 ~230). Good speed, instincts and a tackling machine. He was a 2-time all Big 12 selection and went in the 6th round to the Lions. Draft gurus pointed to Malcom Rodriguez’ 40 time of 4.52 as a counterpoint to his size (including length) shortcomings. He was an elite high school wrestler and outstanding high school QB originally recruited to OSU as a safety so he is very athletic. I don’t know if Jacob approaches that level of speed and athleticism. Just to button this up, I was referring to Rodriguez’ size and style of play after watching his film. The point that I should have made more explicitly is that he went in the 6th round after all these accolades and an awesome combine performance. Even if Jake went FBS, started a year and had an all conference season, he would still be an undrafted free agent. As for Jake’s 40, I would bet money on most days he runs somewhere between 4.55-4.65. I’m usually pretty decent at this after seeing someone play in person a few times. FWIW, I guessed Benton would run around a 4.7 flat at his pro day and he ran in a range of 4.68-4.73. His official number put out by his trainer and agent was 4.68 since it was the low a couple scouts timed him at.
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Post by midwestsader05 on Jul 13, 2022 8:19:40 GMT -5
I’d also be curious any reports from the showcase yesterday and the final one on Friday. Need several more solid commits by the time official camp starts.
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Post by sader1970 on Jul 13, 2022 9:24:08 GMT -5
I will leave it to those who are experts in the field but logic tells me that a player with a high football IQ can more than make up for a little less speed by anticipating where a play is going and being a shorter distance to the play than a quicker player who's a little less "smart."
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Post by KY Crusader 75 on Jul 13, 2022 9:25:43 GMT -5
I'm not up to date on all the rules and regulations of the NCAA--I did not know that incoming players were allowed to be at HC before the official start of practice. Is HC allowed to house and feed them before they enroll?
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