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Posted on 8/9/17 at 3:50 pm
Posted on 8/9/17 at 3:50 pm
Missouri’s depth—or lack thereof—at defensive end has been a hot topic of conversation. With Charles Harris on to the NFL and Nate Howard in legal limbo, there is plenty of playing time available on the edge. A converted linebacker’s name has emerged as a strong contender over the first week of camp.
“Tremendous first step,” Odom said. “Initially going into fall camp, was thinking we’d design some third down packages for him, but after seven or eight days, he’s going to be a really good first and second down player too.”
Agbasimere signed as a very raw 220-pound linebacker out of Montverde Academy in 2015. He's now listed at 245 and Odom said he’s between 250 and 255.
“If we played tomorrow, he’d play a lot,” the coach said. “He’s got a chance to be a really good player.”
“Tremendous first step,” Odom said. “Initially going into fall camp, was thinking we’d design some third down packages for him, but after seven or eight days, he’s going to be a really good first and second down player too.”
Agbasimere signed as a very raw 220-pound linebacker out of Montverde Academy in 2015. He's now listed at 245 and Odom said he’s between 250 and 255.
“If we played tomorrow, he’d play a lot,” the coach said. “He’s got a chance to be a really good player.”
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Posted on 8/9/17 at 4:07 pm to Zou brownmajic
Thats awesome news i was hoping he would be a beast
Posted on 8/9/17 at 4:34 pm to Zou brownmajic
Was going to post this. Here is the link
LINK
One of those guys with "wow" film. Good to hear he is up to 250+. If he is a factor then losing Howard doesn't hurt nearly as much
LINK
One of those guys with "wow" film. Good to hear he is up to 250+. If he is a factor then losing Howard doesn't hurt nearly as much
Posted on 8/9/17 at 8:45 pm to JesusQuintana
There some very promising things in that article. I'm hoping that the DE position gets some solidity and we have a potent pass rush this year. I think the corners are going to need it.
I'm cautiously optimistic this year. Maybe that's the early excitement getting the better of me, but I think that Odoms defensive coaching along with an improved offense can really surprise this year.
Ahhhhhgggg, don't let my head talk myself into anything.
After the last couple years, I just want hat to do well and make progress. At least, that's what I'll tell myself every week before gametime
I'm cautiously optimistic this year. Maybe that's the early excitement getting the better of me, but I think that Odoms defensive coaching along with an improved offense can really surprise this year.
Ahhhhhgggg, don't let my head talk myself into anything.
After the last couple years, I just want hat to do well and make progress. At least, that's what I'll tell myself every week before gametime
Posted on 8/9/17 at 10:44 pm to ZOUtiger
If he does get significant playing time, it will be fun hearing the announcers trying to pronounce his name!
Posted on 8/9/17 at 10:50 pm to ZOUtiger
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There some very promising things in that article. I'm hoping that the DE position gets some solidity and we have a potent pass rush this year. I think the corners are going to need it.
Has it been discussed anywhere that maybe our D secondary woes were caused by our less aggressive defensive scheme at the beginning of last year? I haven't really analysed it, but it's a theory worth considering. Pressure on the QB has to take pressure off DBs.
Posted on 8/9/17 at 10:54 pm to ZOUtiger
I always though Agbasimere had star ability. Had an injury and then switched positions, was asked to add weight.
If he has the mass and strength to play DE on 3 downs you just aren't going to find many guys that are more athletic. He's explosive. I predict a BIG year.
Watch this kid move
If he has the mass and strength to play DE on 3 downs you just aren't going to find many guys that are more athletic. He's explosive. I predict a BIG year.
Watch this kid move
Posted on 8/9/17 at 11:12 pm to JesusQuintana
I'm with y'all. I remember watching that tape and thought damn. If he can be that explosive and athletic at 250+ and has learned better technique, he can be special.
Posted on 8/10/17 at 4:36 am to Aux Arc
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Has it been discussed anywhere that maybe our D secondary woes were caused by our less aggressive defensive scheme at the beginning of last year? I haven't really analysed it, but it's a theory worth considering. Pressure on the QB has to take pressure off DBs.
Agreed. Hopefully Frank fills the void.
Posted on 8/10/17 at 6:29 am to Bluegrassboy
His nickname is Smash. They will run with it.
Posted on 8/10/17 at 8:34 am to navynuke
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His nickname is Smash. They will run with it
It worked for Pig but when go back and listen at the announcers say the first time, they did almost apologetically
Posted on 8/10/17 at 11:24 am to Wtodd
Good wheels. Must not let blockers get to his chest. Sort of reminds me of Aldon Smith.
Posted on 8/10/17 at 5:04 pm to JesusQuintana
FA stepping up will allow Haley to keep Williams and Frazier in rotation on the left edge. Anderson, FA, and Harold can rotate at RE and allow for some exotic looks up front.
Posted on 8/10/17 at 5:42 pm to navynuke
Word is that Tre Williams hasn't been too impressive.
Posted on 8/10/17 at 6:20 pm to Zou brownmajic
Whose "word"? He gets his reps vs Tyler Howell. Would you rather hear that he is beating Howell like a hard on?
Posted on 8/10/17 at 8:06 pm to navynuke
Gabe and Matter asked Odom and Cross about how has he looked and they both said inconsistent, but he has potential. Then they started back to praising Franklin Agbasimere.
It was on PM.
It was on PM.
Posted on 8/11/17 at 6:13 am to Zou brownmajic
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they both said inconsistent
I read that too; hopefully he reads it too and it motivates his arse.....we need all hands on deck
Posted on 8/11/17 at 9:48 am to Zou brownmajic
Fair enough. I'd be more concerned if he was consistently manhandling Howell.
First live scrimmage is tomorrow. It will be interesting to hear what Gabe and Dave are allowed to report.
First live scrimmage is tomorrow. It will be interesting to hear what Gabe and Dave are allowed to report.
Posted on 8/11/17 at 11:29 am to navynuke
I don't think media is allowed to watch any of it. Which sucks, but the Mizzou network always does a (limited) report.
Posted on 8/11/17 at 12:24 pm to JesusQuintana
It is closed to the media so they can only report what the staff feeds them.
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