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Jalen Milroe so far this season...
Posted on 9/30/24 at 8:36 am
Posted on 9/30/24 at 8:36 am
These are impressive stats for the month of September:
62-85 (72.9%) 964 YDs 10 TDs 1 INT
52 Att 273 Yds 5.3 YPC 8 TDs
And the one interception was very fluky.
62-85 (72.9%) 964 YDs 10 TDs 1 INT
52 Att 273 Yds 5.3 YPC 8 TDs
And the one interception was very fluky.
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Posted on 9/30/24 at 8:50 am to RollTide1987
Some of the things he’s done and plays he’s made is something you expect to happen in College Football 25 not real life.
Posted on 9/30/24 at 9:24 am to TizzyT4theUofA
I've said in the past I was hoping Ty Simpson would win the QB job, because I thought he could operate the offense more efficiently. Once Jalen was named the starter, though, I've supported him despite being frustrated at times.
Saturday night made a full Jalen believer out of me. The first half was the best offensive display I've ever seen against what is arguably the best defense in college football. The offensive plan was outstanding, and Jalen executed about as well as it could be done. The biggest change, to me, was the route trees and Jalen making the right read and completing the pass. We seemingly moved at will against Georgia.
The second half was concerning, to say the least, but I think about 90% of that was on Sheridan -- he didn't adjust our play calls based on Georgia's adjustments (which were excellent, as you'd expect from the defensive staff Kirby has).
That offensive plan showed the type of creativity and execution I've been hoping for based on DeBoer's pedigree and reputation, but which we hadn't really seen this year. I was afraid his offense wasn't going to be fully implemented this year, and was surmising it was because of Jalen's limitations. I was completely wrong about that and about Jalen's progress.
The two most glaring issues in the second half, in my opinion, were time management and the failure of our backs to aggressively run to the first-down marker a couple of times. Fix either of those and it's doubtful Georgia has time to take the lead. Fix both of those and the game is likely a 14-point or more win for us.
Saturday night made a full Jalen believer out of me. The first half was the best offensive display I've ever seen against what is arguably the best defense in college football. The offensive plan was outstanding, and Jalen executed about as well as it could be done. The biggest change, to me, was the route trees and Jalen making the right read and completing the pass. We seemingly moved at will against Georgia.
The second half was concerning, to say the least, but I think about 90% of that was on Sheridan -- he didn't adjust our play calls based on Georgia's adjustments (which were excellent, as you'd expect from the defensive staff Kirby has).
That offensive plan showed the type of creativity and execution I've been hoping for based on DeBoer's pedigree and reputation, but which we hadn't really seen this year. I was afraid his offense wasn't going to be fully implemented this year, and was surmising it was because of Jalen's limitations. I was completely wrong about that and about Jalen's progress.
The two most glaring issues in the second half, in my opinion, were time management and the failure of our backs to aggressively run to the first-down marker a couple of times. Fix either of those and it's doubtful Georgia has time to take the lead. Fix both of those and the game is likely a 14-point or more win for us.
Posted on 9/30/24 at 9:28 am to Sauron
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Saturday night made a full Jalen believer out of me.
Everyone is wrong sometimes. At least you can admit you were wrong. Some people are stuck on stupid.
Posted on 9/30/24 at 9:32 am to Sauron
Our perimeter run game suffered when Law went out. We were gashing them on the edge when he was in the game, I don't think it's a coincidence or them just changing their scheme, him going out had something to do with it.
The time management thing was weird. Part of me thinks it's a psychological thing- we aren't holding on for a win we are attacking these guys- but there's a fine line there.
On Milroe, I thought he made the right read 95% of the time. There was a third down in the second half where he kind of forced one to Bernard on a crosser and he couldn't come up with it, Cuevas had an easy first down crossing the other way- but he was under a lot of pressure. The most encouraging thing was Jalen getting the ball out when someone was open underneath, not holding it and hunting the deep ball. We took our shots when we got man coverage with E-man and Ryan, but everything was coming out in rhythm all night. He didn't really scramble to throw but he didn't need to. I think it was probably drilled into him all week to take the available yards when they present themselves and it worked beautifully. We know scramble to throw is in his bag, and will play a factor down the road.
The time management thing was weird. Part of me thinks it's a psychological thing- we aren't holding on for a win we are attacking these guys- but there's a fine line there.
On Milroe, I thought he made the right read 95% of the time. There was a third down in the second half where he kind of forced one to Bernard on a crosser and he couldn't come up with it, Cuevas had an easy first down crossing the other way- but he was under a lot of pressure. The most encouraging thing was Jalen getting the ball out when someone was open underneath, not holding it and hunting the deep ball. We took our shots when we got man coverage with E-man and Ryan, but everything was coming out in rhythm all night. He didn't really scramble to throw but he didn't need to. I think it was probably drilled into him all week to take the available yards when they present themselves and it worked beautifully. We know scramble to throw is in his bag, and will play a factor down the road.
Posted on 9/30/24 at 10:04 am to RollTide1987
The TD run on 4th & 1 was outstanding. Starting with Jam scrambling that linebacker's brains.
Posted on 9/30/24 at 10:04 am to Riseupfromtherubble
If he keeps this up he'll be packing his bags for the Heisman House
Posted on 9/30/24 at 10:41 am to RollTide1987
Carlton is not impressed
Posted on 9/30/24 at 1:47 pm to ReauxlTide222
My primary issues with Milroe last year were
(1) Blitz/Pressure reads pre-snap
(2) Holding the ball too long
(3) Post snap reads
(4) intermediate and over the middle throwing
(5) Short throw touch
(6) Throwing Mechanics
As of the last two games, he has dramatically improved on items 1,2, & 3. All of those are largely interconnected and mental/experience. His development in those areas speaks to the coaching effort and hiis study investment.
Blitz/Pressure reads in large part are safety positioning pre-snap (relative to the rest of the defensive set).
Holding the ball too long - notunderstanding what the pre-snap reads should be telling you and being ready for the post snap reads that should flow from that. SImple things like where are the CB's eyes before the snap tells you zone vs man. Safety position should flag where your hot route will be. CB eyes should tell you where you 2nd and 3rd progressions should be.
Post-snap reads flow from what pre-snap sets up. When those three mental parts of his game start working together, he becomes a very dangerous QB instead of just a great athlete.
Intermediate route tend to be 2nd & 3rd read options. You have to know where they should be as pre-snap reads flow into post-snap reads/adjustments.
Short throw touch, has improved greatly the last few games.
The biggest remaining issue is throwing mechanics. I doubt that can be fixed while he is at Alabama. When he has extended time with an NFL QB coach, they will likely improve that but some of it is just burned in to who/what he is. It showed up several time against UGA but if that is the only remaining "signiificant" issue he should be in pretty good shape for the rest of the season.
(1) Blitz/Pressure reads pre-snap
(2) Holding the ball too long
(3) Post snap reads
(4) intermediate and over the middle throwing
(5) Short throw touch
(6) Throwing Mechanics
As of the last two games, he has dramatically improved on items 1,2, & 3. All of those are largely interconnected and mental/experience. His development in those areas speaks to the coaching effort and hiis study investment.
Blitz/Pressure reads in large part are safety positioning pre-snap (relative to the rest of the defensive set).
Holding the ball too long - notunderstanding what the pre-snap reads should be telling you and being ready for the post snap reads that should flow from that. SImple things like where are the CB's eyes before the snap tells you zone vs man. Safety position should flag where your hot route will be. CB eyes should tell you where you 2nd and 3rd progressions should be.
Post-snap reads flow from what pre-snap sets up. When those three mental parts of his game start working together, he becomes a very dangerous QB instead of just a great athlete.
Intermediate route tend to be 2nd & 3rd read options. You have to know where they should be as pre-snap reads flow into post-snap reads/adjustments.
Short throw touch, has improved greatly the last few games.
The biggest remaining issue is throwing mechanics. I doubt that can be fixed while he is at Alabama. When he has extended time with an NFL QB coach, they will likely improve that but some of it is just burned in to who/what he is. It showed up several time against UGA but if that is the only remaining "signiificant" issue he should be in pretty good shape for the rest of the season.
Posted on 9/30/24 at 8:18 pm to RollTide1987
Anybody else besides me think that not having to worry about fielding snaps is helping a lot? Think we have only had one bad one so far this year that I can recall. What a fricking disaster that was last year.
Haven't watched many other games, but how is the former center who shall remain nameless snapping at Ohio St?
Haven't watched many other games, but how is the former center who shall remain nameless snapping at Ohio St?
Posted on 9/30/24 at 8:30 pm to Islander
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Haven't watched many other games, but how is the former center who shall remain nameless snapping at Ohio St?
You can’t really find anything about bad snaps at OSU so one can assume it isn’t a big problem. I haven’t watched them play at all and won’t. Not sure why anyone is even worried about it. Bama probably got the better of the trade (Brailsford for Seth), especially if the former returns in 2025.
Posted on 9/30/24 at 9:03 pm to Tw1st3d
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When he has extended time with an NFL QB coach, they will likely improve that
He needs to sit a year and work with an NFL team on all the fine points of pro ball. But the NFL hates to let a rookie QB learn anything before throwing them in the fire.
Posted on 9/30/24 at 9:19 pm to Sauron
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Saturday night made a full Jalen believer out of me. The first half was the best offensive display I've ever seen against what is arguably the best defense in college football
I’ve been a supporter but I’m telling you there more meat on that bone. If he continues to grow he will be the best QB in CFB at the end of the season.
Posted on 9/30/24 at 9:39 pm to SECSolomonGrundy
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But the NFL hates to let a rookie QB learn anything before throwing them in the fire.
Fun fact: none of Brady, Rodgers, or Mahomes played as rookies.
The Panthers ruined Bryce by playing him last year. Hopefully he can find a home and thrive like Darnold finally has.
Posted on 9/30/24 at 10:52 pm to Riseupfromtherubble
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The time management thing was weird. Part of me thinks it's a psychological thing- we aren't holding on for a win we are attacking these guys- but there's a fine line there.
Could have something to do with the headset cutting off at 15 seconds on the play clock. I noticed we were snapping the ball pretty close to that regularly.
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