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Why Bama is encouraged by Blake Barnett's future (al.com)
Posted on 1/21/16 at 7:46 pm
Posted on 1/21/16 at 7:46 pm
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Blake Barnett broke through the middle of Alabama's defense and was off running.
It was only practice. But it was against the Tide's starting defense, the same unit that finished the season ranked third-best nationally and held 13 of Alabama's 15 opponents to 17 offensive points or less.
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Posted on 1/21/16 at 8:49 pm to AllBamaDoesIsWin
Not a fan of how he doesn't cock the ball back when he goes to start his forward motion. He keeps the ball held in his hand as if he is going to just push it. None the less. If he gets the job done and poses a dual threat like he did in HS. I want him to start over Bateman.
Posted on 1/21/16 at 9:36 pm to AllBamaDoesIsWin
Team seems to believe in his talent. He's gotta win the job though. It's not just about being good. I hope he takes the reigns during spring camp so we have time to develop our offense instead of doing it during the season.
I think Saban just likes them having to compete with each other for as long as possible.
I think Saban just likes them having to compete with each other for as long as possible.
Posted on 1/21/16 at 10:13 pm to AllBamaDoesIsWin
Probably not even significant enough to be mentioned, but Barnett and Ridley worked really, really well together in 7on7 at the Opening. Seemed to have good chemistry.
Posted on 1/22/16 at 12:39 am to sarc
I think what has us Barnett fans(not saying we don't all like him) is if he doesn't win the job, we're also confident in Bateman. I'm not trying to overhype Barnett or put all my eggs in one basket. It he wins the job, it's most likely because he's the truth. If he doesn't, we'll most likely get a veteran, smart QB like we're used to.
For those who keep saying "stop hyping the kid," I don't really think it's about that. We aren't looking for some savior of the program and getting ahead of ourselves. I want him to win the job because I think it will have real meaning of Saban and company value his skills over the other 2.
For those who keep saying "stop hyping the kid," I don't really think it's about that. We aren't looking for some savior of the program and getting ahead of ourselves. I want him to win the job because I think it will have real meaning of Saban and company value his skills over the other 2.
Posted on 1/22/16 at 7:12 am to AllBamaDoesIsWin
I've seen Blake play in the closed session scrimmages early this season. Things I noticed:
- He can escape pressure and throws very well on the run.
- He isn't elite on speed but he is much "quicker" than Coker and he (Coker) did a lot with his feet.
- Everything I saw minus just a few snaps was not with the 1's, soooooo hard to say on that end.
- The defense lit him up a lot, they made him grow up.
- He is not to skinny and by the time the season rolls around he will be just fine.
- He can throw the ball sideline to sideline, and has a nice deep touch. All in all he is a solid competitor for the job.
- Side bar, Jalen Hurts is a fine athlete and may be in the mix if he has any clue coming in.
- He can escape pressure and throws very well on the run.
- He isn't elite on speed but he is much "quicker" than Coker and he (Coker) did a lot with his feet.
- Everything I saw minus just a few snaps was not with the 1's, soooooo hard to say on that end.
- The defense lit him up a lot, they made him grow up.
- He is not to skinny and by the time the season rolls around he will be just fine.
- He can throw the ball sideline to sideline, and has a nice deep touch. All in all he is a solid competitor for the job.
- Side bar, Jalen Hurts is a fine athlete and may be in the mix if he has any clue coming in.
Posted on 1/22/16 at 8:03 am to CrimsonBoz
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- He isn't elite on speed but he is much "quicker" than Coker and he (Coker) did a lot with his feet.
With OJ coming back all that is needed is a legit threat to scramble. Add in some real gains and the middle of the field (that we seemed to ignore this last year) is wide open. This especially true with our WR weapons.
If a team goes dime or even nickel.....then it's Bo time.
This post was edited on 1/22/16 at 8:05 am
Posted on 1/22/16 at 9:08 am to AllBamaDoesIsWin
I think I'll slow my roll until I see him in live action.
The Aubs told me crow tastes like doodie when you have to eat it.
The Aubs told me crow tastes like doodie when you have to eat it.
Posted on 1/22/16 at 9:54 am to AllBamaDoesIsWin
Man I want this kid to start so bad. Freshman QB, good arm, nice touch on the deep ball, and can tuck it and run.
Posted on 1/22/16 at 11:41 am to sarc
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Probably not even significant enough to be mentioned, but Barnett and Ridley worked really, really well together in 7on7 at the Opening. Seemed to have good chemistry.
Didn't they win the championship out in Oregon a couple of years back? I remember watching on ESPNU. I know they made it to the Finals and remember them having several nice plays.
Posted on 1/22/16 at 2:26 pm to AllBamaDoesIsWin
I think that elite QB play would open doors previously not possible regarding the Kiffin playbook. If Blake lives up to the hype then lookout.
Posted on 1/22/16 at 2:56 pm to Bama Eric
Don' forget, Blake is Kiffin's boy and this may be something special brewing.
Posted on 1/22/16 at 3:10 pm to CrimsonBoz
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I've seen Blake play in the closed session scrimmages early this season...Jalen Hurts is a fine athlete and may be in the mix if he has any clue coming in...
Good info, thanks. What 'bout Bateman and Cornwell, any insight on them? Saban's always preferred experience so that leads me to think Bateman has a shot...don't know what to think 'bout Cornwell; comin' out of Spring, buzz was he was the leader and then he got buried on the depth chart come August...
Posted on 1/23/16 at 11:45 am to stat19
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I think I'll slow my roll until I see him in live action.
The Aubs told me crow tastes like doodie when you have to eat it.
True. But nobody here is hyping him for a Heisman, so we are much more realistic with our expectations.
Posted on 1/23/16 at 11:47 am to CrimsonBoz
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Side bar, Jalen Hurts is a fine athlete and may be in the mix if he has any clue coming in.
This is when you lost me. There's no way a true freshman is going to be in the mix. Not at QB. I've heard great things, but it's just not realistic with our staff's history, and the nature of starting in the SEC.
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