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Posted on 6/4/15 at 1:50 am to stevo1905
Posted on 6/4/15 at 1:50 am to stevo1905
Either way, even though he's short, he'll be fine running our shotgun/read scheme, especially since he has a high release poing unlike Marshall, and has pretty good speed and athleticism.
I like him a lot and think he can be a legit option 2 or 3 years down the road once he refines his passing game and puts on some good weight.
I like him a lot and think he can be a legit option 2 or 3 years down the road once he refines his passing game and puts on some good weight.
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Posted on 6/4/15 at 6:48 am to AMM AU9893
Some may see it as sunshine pumping but here's a thorough analysis & breakdown of Woody Barrett LINK
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Ervin Barrett, who goes by the nickname of ‘Woody,’ has the goods any major college coach ideally wants for a true dual-threat quarterback.
Especially one that can operate the up-tempo, ‘no huddle, no mercy’ attack.
Run down the checklist and Barrett’s got it: size, speed, upside, arm talent, football IQ and scheme fit.
Auburn hit an absolute home run at quarterback as Barrett verbally committed to the Tigers at a press conference at Winter Garden (Fla.) West Orange High School Wednesday afternoon.
Barrett chose Auburn over offers from Alabama, Ohio State, Clemson, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Kentucky and others.
It’s an ideal fit for player and program.
Personally, this observer recognized Barrett’s special talents the first time my eyes laid on him.
Back on August 19, I only needed to watch West Orange practice for an hour and Barrett showed the talent of a national prospect.
This was before many, if any, offers had rolled his way. Before he started a varsity game for West Orange.
Barrett was hitting every throw on the money. He had huge, Barry Sanders-like thighs and was explosive with the ball in his hand.
I made the call to Director of Scouting Barton Simmons, the man that handles rankings for 247Sports, and less than an hour later Barrett was moved from a three-star athlete to a four-star national dual-threat quarterback (insert story link flush: LINK
You could just see the upside and explosion in this quarterback.
Barrett proved good on that ranking moving forward. He rocked West Orange’s fast-paced spread scheme to an 11-1 record to the tune of 45.6 points per game.
Barrett hit on 61-percent of his throws (86-of-139) for 1,558 yards and 24 touchdowns.
He added 813 yards rushing and nine touchdowns.
His junior film, some of the nation’s best of any quarterback, circulated that winter. Offers followed.
He’s now ranked as the nation’s No. 6 dual-threat quarterback and the No. 30 overall prospect in the always loaded 2016 class in Florida according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings.
But what makes this guy, the guy they call ‘Woody,’ just what the doctor ordered for Auburn?
What doesn’t, is more like it.
The 6-foot-2, 225-pounder is physically impressive with a 255-pound bench press, a 365-pound squat and the guy runs consistent times in the 4.55-second range. His fastest 40-yard dash, a 4.48, came at South Carolina camp two summers ago. The same place where he threw a football 70 yards in the air.
As a thrower, Barrett’s arm is not only rocket-fueled but he’s already learned to add touch on his deep fades and seam reads. He has the accuracy on the deep ball that can open any box.
As a runner, Barrett has the vision, burst and shakes to rip considerable gains via the zone-read. He also is fearless and powerful when the play breaks down to make tacklers miss and run over the opposition.
On one play during his junior campaign, Barrett mishandled a shotgun snap in the shadows of his own goalpost. ‘Woody’ didn’t bat an eye. He picked up the loose ball, made a move in his own end zone, and took off…107 yards later he scored.
Whether it’s with his arms or legs, it’s a lethal combination. Exactly what Auburn coach Gus Malzahn looks for in a guy to be the point guard of his high-tempo attack.
Helping his development has been West Orange Offensive Coordinator Collin Drafts. This is Drafts’ latest protege as he also groomed Florida State four-star quarterback signee Deondre Francois a year earlier at Orlando (Fla.) Olympia.
Drafts, who played quarterback for Charleston Southern and in the Arena League, has taken Barrett’s raw skills as a runner and passer and refined the mechanics, improved his knowhow in terms of reading the field and most of all made Barrett into a viable quarterback prospect.
Prior to the player-coach inception, Barrett did have early offers as an athlete. Those could’ve been as a linebacker or as a running back. A year later - and make no mistake, America’s best, especially those who utilize a spread, dual-threat system - fought over Barrett to play the game’s most important position.
The selection of Auburn makes sense in many ways. He enters college having run the same scheme.
There’s system familiarity. There’s also the physical tools to do what it takes on a high level for that system to flourish. And all of his best ball lies ahead. He’s only played the position for a year. All of his mental and physical gains are yet to come.
It’s a scary combination to try and defend in many ways. But aren’t all elite dual-threat QBs?
This is the next one and he’s headed to Auburn.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 6:56 am to ellitor
Good read
Posted on 6/4/15 at 8:10 am to ellitor
I really like he can overpower players running. I think that's the one thing that takes a hurry up no huddle team to another level.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 8:18 am to Rabern57
ESPN scouting report on Woody LINK
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Size-Strength-Mobility
This is a very physical looking prospect on the hoof. Height is above average. Possesses a sturdy, thick build that could take some hits. He looks a lot like Braxton Miller did coming out of high school only Barrett may weigh a bit more. Is a passer first, runner second but shows dynamic traits is an athlete and runner when called upon. Possesses very good speed and quickness for the position. Is elusive and powerful both in the pocket and out.
Mental-Makeup
Possesses a really good feel for the position. Is cool and poised under duress and makes things happen when a play breaks down. Sees the field very well from a shotgun position. Stands tall the pocket and can work through different options. Fights to keep plays alive and is very good all the move. Is a heady competitor that is always looking for ways to move the chains. Does not play much from under center -- footwork is shotgun based. Anticipates very well and knows where to go with the ball on a consistent basis. Is a player whose feet must be defended all times.
Accuracy
Is a very balanced and poised passer with his feet and eyes. Leads targets well and can fit the ball into tight spots consistently. Knows when to change ball speeds depending on the throw. Doesn't miss wide open guys. Throws a catchable ball within the framework of the receiver. Shows he can throw to an open spot and does not take many risks with the football especially when forced from a pocket. Is a very accurate passer on the move or rolling out. Shows calm feet within the pocket. Is almost always have a ready throwing position.
Release/Arm Strength
Is an authoritative pocket passer with the arm strength to make every throw on the field. Throws the football with confidence and is very technically sound in his delivery mechanics. Release point is high, smooth and quick. There's very little wasted motion and mechanically he is very consistent. Shows both touch and power on the deep ball. Is capable of sipping the ball into tight spots consistently and will take some risks as a result of confidence in his arm. He is a shotgun/play-action passer who happens to be a very good athlete which makes him dangerous on the perimeter because he can make all the throws all the run.
Bottom Line
There's an awful lot to like about this kid. We feel he was underrated as underclassmen and will only continue to generate more interest as he heads into his senior season. He fits the mold of what coaches are looking for today's game a -- passer whose legs can keep defenses honest. There are moments on tape where Barrett really stands out as a difference maker. He is at his best in the spread offense.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 8:26 am to ellitor
That is a very glowing review of Woody. If all is true it appears we may have snagged a good one.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 8:31 am to RockyMtnTigerWDE
Though many would describe the evaluations of Woody (above) as turgid, I would say that it would be hard to be any more positive about this kid and his fit in the Auburn offense.
It would be foolish to erect overblown expectations at this early date though.
It would be foolish to erect overblown expectations at this early date though.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 8:36 am to RockyMtnTigerWDE
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That is a very glowing review of Woody. If all is true it appears we may have snagged a good one.
Both of those review are. I'm no expert here, but I personally like the whole package Woody brings over a lot of the other higher ranked guys. He may not be 'elite', but he's completely solid in every phase of the position which traditionally leads to good results on the field.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 8:41 am to beatbammer
I would hope that everyone would withhold expectations, but you and I know our fan base will be frothing at the mouth by the time he is ready to take the field. I didn't know much about him and wasn't sure how he measured up. I don't even know who made that review of him, but if they are accurate in their descriptions it looks like a good commitment.
This post was edited on 6/4/15 at 8:43 am
Posted on 6/4/15 at 8:51 am to RockyMtnTigerWDE
IDK who wrote the ESPN review, but Bartow, and good ole Coach Crowe both seem to say all the same things.
I wonder if he can play DT?
I wonder if he can play DT?
Posted on 6/4/15 at 8:54 am to jrljr
His arms are too short to play DT.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 9:08 am to jrljr
A couple more notes. The Elite 11 semis are this weekend & Woody is 1 of only 30 QBs from around the nation selected to be there. I think that's extremely impressive given he has only played 1 year @ QB. The top 15 advance to the finals @ The Opening next month.
Also my bold prediction is by the time final rankings are done next January, Woody will be higher rated than Pass, could be as early as the August rankings update.
Also my bold prediction is by the time final rankings are done next January, Woody will be higher rated than Pass, could be as early as the August rankings update.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 9:16 am to ellitor
He'll probably get downgraded to a 3* for not choosing Bama #REC
Posted on 6/4/15 at 9:19 am to ellitor
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Also my bold prediction is by the time final rankings are done next January, Woody will be higher rated than Pass, could be as early as the August rankings update.
Rivals dropped pass out of their top 250 and have Barrett as a 3*. In contrast, 247 has Pass as a 98 point 5*(15 overall) and Barrett as a 93 point 4*(165 overall). Should be interesting to see where each shakes out in the next year.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 9:21 am to AUtigR24
quote:The site that would do it already has him a 3*.
He'll probably get downgraded to a 3* for not choosing Bama #REC
Posted on 6/4/15 at 9:25 am to kage
quote:And to go 1 step further, Pass is the #3 Dual QB on the composite & Woody #6 and that's w/ Rivals being so low on Woody. He was the #16 Dual QB on Rivals before they reset position rankings today.
Rivals dropped pass out of their top 250 and have Barrett as a 3*. In contrast, 247 has Pass as a 98 point 5*(15 overall) and Barrett as a 93 point 4*(165 overall). Should be interesting to see where each shakes out in the next year.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 9:31 am to ellitor
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The site that would do it already has him a 3*.
actually the new site that would do it is 247. Lucky is the one behind the alleged "bama bumps" from the Rivals days. Once he started 247 and left Rivals, a lot of the perceived Rivals bias was gone.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 9:37 am to WareagleKK
quote:I know all that but the actual trend of correlated up or down movements w/ a recruit committing to AU or Bama still has Rivals more drops w/ AU recruits than 247.
actually the new site that would do it is 247. Lucky is the one behind the alleged "bama bumps" from the Rivals days. Once he started 247 and left Rivals, a lot of the perceived Rivals bias was gone.
Posted on 6/4/15 at 9:49 am to ellitor
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I know all that but the actual trend of correlated up or down movements w/ a recruit committing to AU or Bama still has Rivals more drops w/ AU recruits than 247.
A lot of that has less to do with specific "Bama bias" and more to do with these sites trusting "Saban/Bama" evaluations more than their own and then reevaluate the kid/give him the benefit of the doubt.
There was a good article awhile back talking about how Pete Carroll would call up recruiting sites and rave about a kid to get him bumped up leading up to his commitment etc
Posted on 6/4/15 at 10:13 am to GenesChin
BMatt interviewed the coach of 5* OT commit Calvin Ashley. Solid read LINK
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AUBURN, Ala. | Rodney Wells knew he had something special the first time he saw a tall, burly ninth-grader stroll into Dr. Phillips High School in Orlando, Fla.
And it wasn't long before Calvin Ashley was cemented as the team's starting left tackle.
"He was a difference-maker the first day he stepped on campus," said Wells, Dr. Phillips' head coach. "He's been a two-year starter, started every game since he got here. His size is what makes him stand out. He's 6-7, 6-8, over 300 pounds and he's athletic. In addition to that, he's a great kid, a humble kid and a hard worker.
"He finishes blocks. He picks up schemes real well. He started at left tackle the first day he stepped on campus and we play at a high level in football. That's never been done in the 13 years I've been at the school."
Ashley helped Dr. Phillips to a 13-1 record last season, advancing to the Class 8A quarterfinals. before being knocked out by Manatee 24-21.
Ashley is already tabbed as a five-star in the 2017 class. He's a candidate to be the nation's top overall prospect.
"The college coaches I talk to, it's almost unanimous, that he's the best offensive tackle in high school right now," Wells said. "He's physical and he's got the size and length everybody looks for at tackle. His arms are so long and he's real flexible -- good hips, good feet -- that he went through all of last season without giving up a sack.
"He's real good in space. We'll run a screen and he can go out and get a corner or a safety. He moves up to the second level very well, unlike a lot of high school offensive linemen."
Auburn's recruitment of Ashley moved quickly. He visited for the A-Day game April 18 and was back for Big Cat last Saturday, when he announced his commitment.
"He went up there by himself earlier and fell in love with it," Wells said. "He liked the coaches, the players and facilities, everything about it. Then a few weeks later he took his parents up there and his parents fell in love with it too and saw what he saw. I guess he felt like that's really where he wanted to be. He was real excited."
Auburn assistant coach Scott Fountain served as Ashley's lead recruiter.
"He did a great job from the moment he took over the area," Wells said. "I know Calvin will be in good hands."
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