Offseason Roster Thread
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lots of smoke about JD-6,-- will be interesting if he does return. A whole new set of receivers , an entire new backfield , major changes on the O-Line , No Logan Brown , Bryce Forster – -mercy just gonna be a big challenge
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@FarmerJayhawk doesn’t scare me a bit if he leaves. Took weeks to make common sense play calls. I’m hearing Andy K, is on the interview list for the vacant WV job.
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@FarmerJayhawk That’s what the Wisconsin fan sites are reporting
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@SlimShaddy54 yes I’m very worried as I have mentioned a few time la this season, we could go back to 2 wins very quickly this next season. A rebuild would’ve been okay had this team and staff at least made a bowl. If I’m not mistaken we are set up to return 7 starters as team currently and that’s if more guys don’t transfer. Which I’m hearing from multiple sources a good chunk of this team is transferring out.
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@focojayhawk @FarmerJayhawk Baylor went from 3-9 with Grimes to 8-4 without him. KU returned a ton of guys and went from 9-4 to 5-7 with him (obviously more goes into that just him). Any logical fan base would be screaming not to hire the idiot.
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@kjayhawks just from the numbers I can see the appeal. We led the league in yards per play and were elite in the red zone.
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The Jordan Peterson chatter is getting LOUD
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I have a feeling we are going to have Mass exodus. Coach L has got his work cut out for him. - I realize I’m just one lil peon, but I’m fighting with myself back and forth with JD-6,
In one aspect I would like for him to come back , experienced , has a cannon of an arm - -sometimes not to the right people but when he is on, he is on - -good dual threat.
However do we want to possibly have one good season with JD , left and jeopardize three years of from what I’ve heard from many Marshal is just another version of JD-6 only faster lots of talent, was the target of many big boys and committed to KU - -what I’m afraid of is if JD- comes back then Isiah is out in a heart beat knowing the way this Portal is and NIL-- he will go some where , where he is the QB gets playing time.- -Either him or McComb which I’ve also heard many good things about will leave if JD returns.
So the question becomes, do we sacrifice three years for possibly one good year if JD returns, or does he move on and Marshal or McComb takes the reins
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@SlimShaddy54 it’s a no brainer to me. Bring JD back. Receivers will want to play with him and the offense will be more similar to 2022-2023 whether it’s Zebrowski getting promoted or Lubick getting the job. If JD does leave (which as of right now seems unlikely) we’re going after a transfer anyway. Marshall just isn’t ready yet and McComb is a true frosh. Ballard clearly isn’t the answer
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Fun stat. Lubick improved Nevada’s yards/play from 128th to 61st in his first year. From 4.58 to 5.9. Go get him Lance
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JD6 IS BACK MOFOS
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@FarmerJayhawk said in Offseason Roster Thread:
@kjayhawks just from the numbers I can see the appeal. We led the league in yards per play and were elite in the red zone.
Yea as much as we were in him early he really got it together.
Still wonder what went on behind closed doors and after the switch to the booth from the sidelines.
Confident we will be okay with out him but I get it.
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@Kcmatt7 said in Offseason Roster Thread:
@FarmerJayhawk said in Offseason Roster Thread:
@kjayhawks just from the numbers I can see the appeal. We led the league in yards per play and were elite in the red zone.
Yea as much as we were in him early he really got it together.
Still wonder what went on behind closed doors and after the switch to the booth from the sidelines.
Confident we will be okay with out him but I get it.
Agree entirely. Kind of felt like he was just the vessel of everyone’s frustration for most of the year. Whether it’s Z or Lubick, I’m optimistic we can be as good.
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@FarmerJayhawk Good points, I’m confused though who is Lubick ?
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@FarmerJayhawk Is Grimes for sure gone at this point?
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@SlimShaddy54 current Nevada OC, and was an analyst for us before that. Also just a certified badass, turning around a terrible offense while fighting leukemia. He 100% would’ve been the choice over Grimes had his health been better last year. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5848382/2024/10/17/matt-lubick-nevada-leukemia/?source=user_shared_article
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@kjayhawks oh yeah, he’s on the plan to Madison
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Gage Keys has returned
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What a fucking travesty Neal was selected as Honorable Mention running back.
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Will 2025 be the JD Redemption story? How are we looking at WR, is Doug Emilien returning? He is one of the best blocking WRs we have
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@kjayhawks said in Offseason Roster Thread:
Will 2025 be the JD Redemption story? How are we looking at WR, is Doug Emilien returning? He is one of the best blocking WRs we have
Has to be. We’re going to upgrade at OC. I believe so. And we’ll need 2-3 WR and maybe a TE in the portal. Though Hanika is coming back and should surprise some people.
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Started a separate thread about Grimes because I thought this was just about student athletes and didn’t see the posts here.
Speaking of student athletes, Daniels tied for All Big 12 Scholar or whatever they call it.
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@FarmerJayhawk said in Offseason Roster Thread:
Gage Keys has returned
Now I’m just mad at him for ever leaving…
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@FarmerJayhawk said in Offseason Roster Thread:
@SlimShaddy54 current Nevada OC, and was an analyst for us before that. Also just a certified badass, turning around a terrible offense while fighting leukemia. He 100% would’ve been the choice over Grimes had his health been better last year. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5848382/2024/10/17/matt-lubick-nevada-leukemia/?source=user_shared_article
Oh ok ,I didn’t know. So have ou heard anything towards Grimes leaving for the Wisconsin job ?-- - If offered you think he takes that job ?- - This guy that you mentioned sounds like he would be a good replacement as long as he can keep us churning , has some inventive plays that would be cool
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@kjayhawks said in Offseason Roster Thread:
What a fucking travesty Neal was selected as Honorable Mention running back.
Are you fricken kidding me ? you talking about for the Big Twelve ?- -if it is for the Big Twelve and honorable mention , what a fricking joke. Not even 2nd team holy crap
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As if people didn’t already know , it’s official now JD-6 WILL be returning next year for us. Just read the article put out by Swain. that’s a good thing with all the transfers and transfers and all this other, he is going to have his hands full though. New OC , entirely new backfield , and entirely new Receiving Corp , New Linemen JD-6 needs to work on his decision making in the off Season and don’t force the ball and end up with so cotton pickin INT’s -I for one am glad he is back
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@kjayhawks rebuild from 5 - 7?
Yeah, I know what you mean though
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I think the team will surprise next season… Offense should still be pretty good…Defensive line should be relatively okay. Todd will be good for one of the CB spots.
Obviously needs at WR, DB, LB and pass rush. A TE would be nice. Some OL insurance would be nice. I do trust the staff to land the right guys after these last few off seasons.
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Here’s the stats for the Big 12 RB’s this season.
Devin Neal had 1266 yards and 16 TD’s rushing along with 24 receptions for 254 yards a 1 TD for a total of 1520 yards and 17 TD’s.
1st Team RB’s were Cam Skattebo (ASU) and RJ Harvey (UCF)
Skattebo had 1398 yards and 17 TD’s rushing and 35 receptions for 468 yards and 2 TD’s for 1866 total yards and 19 TD’s.
Harvey had 1577 yards and 22 TD’s rushing and 20 receptions for 267 yards and 3 TD’s for a total of 1844 yards and 25 TD’s.
The second team backs were Tahj Brooks (Tech) and DJ Giddens (KSU).
Brooks had 1505 yards and 17 TD’s rushing and 28 receptions for 199 yards and a TD for a total of 1804 yards and 18 TD’s.
Giddens had 1343 yards and 7 TD’s rushing and 21 receptions for 258 yards and 1 TD for a total of 1601 yards and 8 TD’s.
Skattebo, Harvey and Brooks are guys I don’t have a problem with being slotted ahead of Neal because their numbers all around were better than Neal’s. Giddens is who I would strongly argue didn’t deserve 2nd team honors and should’ve been Neal because of the TD’s.
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@SlimShaddy54 said in Offseason Roster Thread:
@FarmerJayhawk said in Offseason Roster Thread:
@SlimShaddy54 current Nevada OC, and was an analyst for us before that. Also just a certified badass, turning around a terrible offense while fighting leukemia. He 100% would’ve been the choice over Grimes had his health been better last year. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5848382/2024/10/17/matt-lubick-nevada-leukemia/?source=user_shared_article
Oh ok ,I didn’t know. So have ou heard anything towards Grimes leaving for the Wisconsin job ?-- - If offered you think he takes that job ?- - This guy that you mentioned sounds like he would be a good replacement as long as he can keep us churning , has some inventive plays that would be cool
It’s as done as done can be short or the release going out. He’s in Madison already
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Think that’s a smart move, he called the plays during out last Bowl game, him and Coach K , he knew Coach K’s scheme think you will see more option type plays next year.
Watched a couple of KU podcasts - and just as they said having Jalon already say he was coming back and that would be a boost in recruiting saying to recruits/portal He JD-6 is going to b the one running the offense , a you know there are going to be many , many receives in the portal- - they see JD back and they say hey he already knows their offense established I wanna go play with him.
Same way for Coach Z-- it’s a boost for recruiting, knows the system already he it’s a lot better being able to recruit with the targets knowing who the coordinator is going to be - – Smart move, moved quickly
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Over 600 guys offically entered the portal on this first day.
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It’s probably nothing, but heard a rumor we’re going to make a play for Williams Nwaneri. Leon Douglas wants to make a splash
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@FarmerJayhawk ok , so showing my lack of knowledge again.- -So who is Williams ?- -good player ?---- - what position buddy ?
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@SlimShaddy54 5* DE from the KC area. Went to Mizzou for a year now is in the portal. Probably going to Nubs tho
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What do we make of Rawls, the OSU safety commit?
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@Jhawk69 at minimum he’s a really versatile depth piece
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I see we added DeAndre Harper from SEMo St. The way I see it he can fit one of three categories.
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He kicked so much ass at the D2 level that the staff thinks he can be a good player for us.
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He was not that good but he has measurables, athleticism, and three years of eligibility left, making him a good project player.
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He is not that good and doesn’t have that much potential either, but hell, we need a body.
Anyone have any insight as to which one he is?
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A refugee from Missouri? You can’t fault his wisdom.
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@Jhawk69 said in Offseason Roster Thread:
I see we added DeAndre Harper from SEMo St. The way I see it he can fit one of three categories.
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He kicked so much ass at the D2 level that the staff thinks he can be a good player for us.
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He was not that good but he has measurables, athleticism, and three years of eligibility left, making him a good project player.
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He is not that good and doesn’t have that much potential either, but hell, we need a body.
Anyone have any insight as to which one he is?
Little bit of all 3? Film at that level is decent. Huge human. Need bodies. Kind of a perfect storm.
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I bet he also redshirts this year. A bit of a project but crazy high ceiling
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Huge get - -Huge get- -got a commitment for Jahil Hurley coming from Alabama – DB- -6’2 - -185 , will have 3 years of eligibility - -top 50 recruit in 2023 - - Hell ya
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Jahlil Hurley was a huge get. 3 years to play. Former top 50 recruit.
Staff seemingly doing good work thus far in the offseason
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Really nice get. It’ll be interesting to see if they play him at S or CB.
And they’re hitting on a really good clip right now
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Is Jack Tanner any good? I read he only started 4 games at Tulsa last year
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@Jhawk69 big long term upside. Tulsa was hot garbage but it’s still impressive for a true freshman to win a tackle job
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Well last count now Six out – not doing to badly there so far - – - We got Nine incoming as of right now
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Up to 12 commits now. The staff is putting in serious work in the portal.
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Hey Farmer Jayhawk m buddy I’m trippin- - the Staff is just absolutely killin it.- - Three Portal commits today which one Tyler Mercer is a true Freshman All American
Got another on a visit right now WR from Alabama would be really killer to get out Second commit from the portal from Alabama his Name is Emmanuel Henderson- -their people saying he is going to be really good.
Then another bonus got a High School kicker to commit today also from Branson Missouri - -Dane Efird – has video of him kicking 48 yard and 54 yard Field Goal and a 73 yard kick - -off I would be fine with that, give some time add a little more strength- -Hell ya
