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Maty Mauk

Posted on 10/13/13 at 10:52 am
Posted by Mizzou23
Missouri
Member since Mar 2012
1985 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 10:52 am
What does he do well? He looks athletic and seems like he will run the option well. What throws should we expect to see more? The back shoulder to dgb is one I think Franklin doesn't make. But that has a lot to do with timing and Mauk and dgb are pretty close from what I'm told. I think dgb will get more looks. The running game will become more important. What y'all think?
Posted by Tiger_J
Columbia
Member since Mar 2013
87 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 11:46 am to
I think Mauk will give a little bit of good and a little bit of bad. I went back to his high school tape and here are some things I noticed.

Pros
- Has an arm, highlights show at least 2 or 3 throws of 35 yards or more. Good zip and a tight spiral

- Athletic, dude has wheels and can break a few tackles.

- Extends plays while keeping his eyes down field allowing WRs to get open. Throws well on the run.

Cons
- Extends plays. Wait? Why did he list that twice? Well, he seems indecisive at times and runs around in the backfield regularly (See these highlights) which can lead to sacks or bad decisions (Like throwing across your body to the other side of the field)when he throws. Will occasionally will throw off back foot or off balance.

- Has a bit of gun slinger in him. Trusts his arm and throws in tight windows.

- Takes hits on scrambles with great regularity.

So to sum it up, I don't think the offense has to change the playbook much since Mauk can do everything Franklin can as well, or in some cases better. You will still see down field throws and option plays which is good. However, he will also make some bad decisions due to his inexperience. He will also make some good plays because of his athletic ability. Expect some INTs against a tough Florida defense. However if the running game keeps churning out yards like it has been, Mauk's job get a lot easier.
This post was edited on 10/13/13 at 12:01 pm
Posted by Sleeping Tiger
Member since Sep 2013
8488 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 12:30 pm to
If Mauk is successful I see it being with his arm primarily.

I really hope he can read the different layers of coverage and find receivers. That will be the key, can he read coverage and anticipate the routes. Remember that pass JFrank made to L'Wash this weekend when the pass was out before Wash turned around. I wonder if he'll be able to have that kind of confidence in knowing the routes.

I've been down on Mauk, but I'll rally for him. Let's see if he can get the ball in the hands of the receivers and let them do work. Maybe we'll even have a more dangerous deep ball game with Mauk.

With that said, I have no idea how some of you are saying his athleticism is a strength. He's not fast. He's not strong. He has chicken legs. He's undersized. He's not really athletic, he's a gun slinger.
Posted by jafo
Northwest Missouri State Bearcats
Member since Jan 2012
2954 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 1:08 pm to
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If Mauk is successful I see it being with his arm primarily. I really hope he can read the different layers of coverage and find receivers. That will be the key, can he read coverage and anticipate the routes. Remember that pass JFrank made to L'Wash this weekend when the pass was out before Wash turned around. I wonder if he'll be able to have that kind of confidence in knowing the routes. I've been down on Mauk, but I'll rally for him. Let's see if he can get the ball in the hands of the receivers and let them do work. Maybe we'll even have a more dangerous deep ball game with Mauk. With that said, I have no idea how some of you are saying his athleticism is a strength. He's not fast. He's not strong. He has chicken legs. He's undersized. He's not really athletic, he's a gun slinger.


OMG, really? Again? Not an athlete?

Here is what alittle research on the web will tell you about Mauk. It's all I need to know at this point. It's something you should consider before "weighing in" fairly.

A blog report on Mauk from an MU website....enjoy.

MATY MAUK
Fr., QB, 6-2, 200, Kenton, Ohio (Kenton HS)



(First name is pronounced MAT-ee / Last name is pronounced MOCK) … A Parade All-American and two-time Gatorade Ohio Player of the Year who comes to Mizzou after a record-setting prep career which saw him break national records for passing yards (18,932), touchdown passes (219), pass completions (1,353) and total offense (22,681) … ESPN ranks him as the nation’s No. 16 quarterback prospect, as well as the No. 8 overall prospect at any position coming out of the state of Ohio for 2012 … Was also named an All-American in 2011 by Sports Illustrated, in addition to winning the title of Mr. Football in the state of Ohio in the same year … Is a fearless competitor who has great arm strength and the ability to make plays outside of the pocket, thanks to his athleticism and quickness … Led his team to a 42-8 record over four seasons, and Kenton finished as runners up for the D4 state championship in 2011, falling by a 48-42 score in the title game, despite Mauk’s 421 yards passing and six total touchdowns … An outstanding all-around athlete who was an All-District performer in basketball and was a state track qualifier in the long jump, 200-meters and 4x100-meter and 4x200-meter relays … Accounted for 278 total touchdowns in his four years as a starter for Kenton … Senior season stats include: 382-of-566 passing for 5,413 yards and 68 touchdowns, to go with 1,768 rushing yards and 24 touchdowns … As a junior, produced 5,670 passing yards and 69 touchdowns, to go with 974 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns … As a sophomore, threw for 4,550 yards and 46 touchdowns, while adding 660 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns … Freshman season stats include: 3,309 passing yards and 36 touchdowns, with 347 rushing yards and 8 touchdowns … Parents – Mike & Gwyn Mauk … Father was his high school coach … Older brother Ben was a standout quarterback at Cincinnati … Lists hobbies as hunting, fishing and video games … Plans to major in social studies at Mizzou … Chose Mizzou over Michigan, Notre Dame, Illinois, Vanderbilt and Cincinnati, among many others.


Not very athletic hugh. Yeh ok.

Posted by jafo
Northwest Missouri State Bearcats
Member since Jan 2012
2954 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 1:18 pm to
It's a wait an see. It may not be pretty next week. He's going to go through the same transitions Franklin went through when he moved to the #1 spot. He'll thow picks, he'll make bad decissions. It's part of the growing process at QB at the next level. Franklin still made questionable decissions, but had experience and chemistry with his recievers. This is what Mauk will need to develop through the next few games. I think the coaching staff will have to tweak the offense to fit his style of play. So to me, they will probably be conservative at first, much like the end of the Georgia game. I think they will stick with intermediate passes until the defenses shut it down. More run plays. Yes, when DGB and Mauk were in camp they hooked up and complimented each other well. I think Mauk is lucky to have the recieving corp he has as they are all big recievers and physical. But this is all conjecture at this point. results are what speak the loudest. JMO
Posted by SEC. 593
Chicago
Member since Aug 2012
4043 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 3:08 pm to
What is up with his throwing style? It seems like if he got nailed at the beginning of his throw his arm could be ripped off.
Posted by hissingprigs77
Columbia, MO
Member since Oct 2013
133 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 3:33 pm to
Mauk was recruited specifically because Pinkel identified him as a QB who would thrive in the spread. He was made to play this offense. I think he'll surprise people.

And say what you will about Gary Pinkel, but he's demonstrated an ability to look for specific skills in underrated players and develop them to their fullest potential. Mauk is in good hands.
This post was edited on 10/13/13 at 3:35 pm
Posted by reedus23
St. Louis
Member since Sep 2011
25485 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 3:42 pm to
My concern isn't with the underlying skill sets. My biggest concern for Mauk is that the game hasn't slowed down for him yet. Maybe with more preparation/reps with the 1st team, we'll see a difference but the speed of the game is my biggest concern.
Posted by hissingprigs77
Columbia, MO
Member since Oct 2013
133 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 3:49 pm to
Oh, no doubt, he's going to have an adjustment period. I think he's going to be okay, though.
Posted by reedus23
St. Louis
Member since Sep 2011
25485 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 4:25 pm to
If he can handle the speed, I do think he can be more explosive than Franklin. Gawd, would it be amazing if he comes in and lights it up this weekend? Full support for Maty here.
Posted by 50CalMG
The Mountain Top
Member since Jun 2012
476 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 4:50 pm to
Maty Mauk is the future for Mizzou...and with Franklin's injury, the future is now.

Let's hope he can manage the game well and get a few more wins.
Posted by mizzoukills
Member since Aug 2011
40686 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 4:52 pm to
Fingers crossed.

All I can tell y'all for certain is that I feel good about the Florida game....
Posted by jafo
Northwest Missouri State Bearcats
Member since Jan 2012
2954 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 5:09 pm to
quote:

All I can tell y'all for certain is that I feel good about the Florida game


Ya seen it here first. Killz calling a win this saturday!

Killz keep that mojo commin!
Posted by the808bass
The Lou
Member since Oct 2012
111515 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 5:10 pm to
quote:

I feel good about the Florida game....

Dat killz mojo.
Posted by Sleeping Tiger
Member since Sep 2013
8488 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 5:23 pm to
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Not very athletic hugh. Yeh ok


I'm aware of this. Was a college athlete myself at only 5'11 185. DB's are awesome athletes and they're small. Lot's of unreal athletes are in that type of frame.

But Mauk is different. He was a good HS athlete. In college, especially the SEC, he's just a gun slinger, an arm, he's not an athletic athlete that is going to be a serious duel threat. He may slip away from guys here and there, but he's just not a pure athlete, he's a thrower.

Now go have an aneurysm bc I think he's not very athletic.
Posted by Sleeping Tiger
Member since Sep 2013
8488 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 5:23 pm to
quote:


All I can tell y'all for certain is that I feel good about the Florida game....



Feeling better and better myself.
Posted by tobythetiger
Missouri
Member since Oct 2013
428 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 7:13 pm to
Doesn't matter what kind of athlete he is. What matters is if he's a playmaker. Period.

Everything I've heard from observers is that one of his strengths is making plays with his feet when things breaks down. With the talent we have on offense, the biggest thing needed is a distributer. If he can distribute and take care of the ball, we'll keep right on chugging along.
Posted by Sleeping Tiger
Member since Sep 2013
8488 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 7:18 pm to
quote:

Everything I've heard from observers is that one of his strengths is making plays with his feet when things breaks down.


This fall that was reported a weakness. The word was that he couldn't read the layers of coverage and would scramble too much. He also fumbled a good amount.

quote:

If he can distribute and take care of the ball, we'll keep right on chugging along.


Which is why I'm saying it's his arm, and only his arm that will determine his success. He'll slip out of trouble, get some yards on his feet when it's given to him.. but he's too frail and unathletic to be a true duel threat qb.
Posted by semotruman
Member since Nov 2011
23179 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 7:19 pm to
quote:

Fingers crossed.

All I can tell y'all for certain is that I feel good about the Florida game....

That is a great sign. I trust killz gut about these things - and his precognition.
Posted by jafo
Northwest Missouri State Bearcats
Member since Jan 2012
2954 posts
Posted on 10/13/13 at 8:10 pm to
quote:

But Mauk is different. He was a good HS athlete. In college, especially the SEC, he's just a gun slinger, an arm, he's not an athletic athlete that is going to be a serious duel threat. He may slip away from guys here and there, but he's just not a pure athlete, he's a thrower.





Dude, never mind. We'll see this saturday.
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