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Auburn Fans: Practice/Srimmage notes
Posted on 4/14/10 at 1:44 pm
Posted on 4/14/10 at 1:44 pm
Per: Andy Bitter
* Auburn will split into two teams for the A-Day scrimmage Saturday. Last year, the Tigers went offense vs. defense.
* Auburn did a half scrimmage, half practice today at Jordan-Hare Stadium. It was closed to the media, but we've pieced together some information.
* The defense apparently got the better of the offense in the scrimmage portion. Drew Cole and Ikeem Means had interceptions.
* (UPDATED after talking to WR coach Trooper Taylor). Cam Newton threw two touchdown passes. One was to DeAngelo Benton, one was to Kodi Burns. Ralph Spry Jr. also caught a touchdown pass. We don't know who threw it.
* Spry also had a fumble. Walk-on Davis Hooper had two.
* Taylor called Spry the most improved receiver this spring after sophomore Emory Blake.
* Defensive coordinator Ted Roof said this spring has been more about teaching concepts than specific plays. He wants players to understand things in a broader scope of his defensive philosophy, so that if the Tigers want to give multiple looks, it'll be easier to make the shift.
* Roof said not to read anything into Jonathan Evans working with the ones and Eltoro Freeman working as a backup. "Nothing means nothing," Roof said. Yup, we're not buying it. If someone's worked with the first team throughout the spring, that's usually a good indicator.
* Roof on Evans' progress from wide-eyed freshman to somewhat-seasoned sophomore: "It's more fun when you know what you're doing."
* Roof was quick with praise for cornerback Anthony Gulley-Morgan but gave a long pause when trying to say something about T'Sharvan Bell. That's usually a pretty good indicator of where a player stands in the coach's eyes.
* Daren Bates continue to get mental reps at linebacker. Roof said it would be tough for Bates to play both safety and linebacker next season, suggesting it's going to be one or the other for the sophomore.
* PK Wes Byrum said one of his biggest goals next season is to do both field goals and kickoffs. He also said his knee was bothering him a little last week, giving Chandler Brooks (aka "The Kid with the Yellow Shoes") a chance during the live drill at the beginning of practice.
* WR Darvin Adams was held out of practice to let the backups get more playing time.
* Craig Stevens weighed in with his A-Day MVP predictions: On offense, Terrell Zachery. On defense, either himself or Demond Washington.
* Stevens also had high praise for Newton: "A strong guy. Fast. He's everything they talked him up to be."
* Auburn will split into two teams for the A-Day scrimmage Saturday. Last year, the Tigers went offense vs. defense.
* Auburn did a half scrimmage, half practice today at Jordan-Hare Stadium. It was closed to the media, but we've pieced together some information.
* The defense apparently got the better of the offense in the scrimmage portion. Drew Cole and Ikeem Means had interceptions.
* (UPDATED after talking to WR coach Trooper Taylor). Cam Newton threw two touchdown passes. One was to DeAngelo Benton, one was to Kodi Burns. Ralph Spry Jr. also caught a touchdown pass. We don't know who threw it.
* Spry also had a fumble. Walk-on Davis Hooper had two.
* Taylor called Spry the most improved receiver this spring after sophomore Emory Blake.
* Defensive coordinator Ted Roof said this spring has been more about teaching concepts than specific plays. He wants players to understand things in a broader scope of his defensive philosophy, so that if the Tigers want to give multiple looks, it'll be easier to make the shift.
* Roof said not to read anything into Jonathan Evans working with the ones and Eltoro Freeman working as a backup. "Nothing means nothing," Roof said. Yup, we're not buying it. If someone's worked with the first team throughout the spring, that's usually a good indicator.
* Roof on Evans' progress from wide-eyed freshman to somewhat-seasoned sophomore: "It's more fun when you know what you're doing."
* Roof was quick with praise for cornerback Anthony Gulley-Morgan but gave a long pause when trying to say something about T'Sharvan Bell. That's usually a pretty good indicator of where a player stands in the coach's eyes.
* Daren Bates continue to get mental reps at linebacker. Roof said it would be tough for Bates to play both safety and linebacker next season, suggesting it's going to be one or the other for the sophomore.
* PK Wes Byrum said one of his biggest goals next season is to do both field goals and kickoffs. He also said his knee was bothering him a little last week, giving Chandler Brooks (aka "The Kid with the Yellow Shoes") a chance during the live drill at the beginning of practice.
* WR Darvin Adams was held out of practice to let the backups get more playing time.
* Craig Stevens weighed in with his A-Day MVP predictions: On offense, Terrell Zachery. On defense, either himself or Demond Washington.
* Stevens also had high praise for Newton: "A strong guy. Fast. He's everything they talked him up to be."
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Posted on 4/14/10 at 1:44 pm to rbWarEagle
Video to come, shortly.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 1:52 pm to rbWarEagle
Looks like Caudle went on another interception spree.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 1:54 pm to TheJones
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Looks like Caudle went on another interception spree.
Yep. From the coaches perspective, the QB race is narrowing itself out pretty nicely. I find it slightly amusing that they are going to have 2 teams at A-Day.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:09 pm to rbWarEagle
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Yep. From the coaches perspective, the QB race is narrowing itself out pretty nicely. I find it slightly amusing that they are going to have 2 teams at A-Day.
But, I thought we were gonna have a qb controversy?
LINK
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:10 pm to NorthGwinnettTiger
You guys still think Caudle will get the #2 spot? I'd like to see someone else get in there during garbage time next year.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:10 pm to NorthGwinnettTiger
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:12 pm to wareagle47
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You guys still think Caudle will get the #2 spot? I'd like to see someone else get in there during garbage time next year.
From everything I have heard (not that much), Neil should be "The #2 Guy".... that being said, I would expect to see every one of the guys get some PT this year.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:14 pm to rbWarEagle
I'm a fan of the two teams idea. It'll make it more fun for the players.
As for the QB race, Neil will hold for kicks. But don't be surprised if Clint Moseley works his way into the #2 spot.
As for the QB race, Neil will hold for kicks. But don't be surprised if Clint Moseley works his way into the #2 spot.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:18 pm to Lee County Tiger
At this point, I wouldn't be surprised if any of them got the #2 spot.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:19 pm to rbWarEagle
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WR Darvin Adams was held out of practice to let the backups get more playing time.
This doesn't make any sense, who completely holds someone out of practice to let backups get reps???
Sounds like he may be injured.
This post was edited on 4/14/10 at 2:20 pm
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:20 pm to NATidefan
He is nursing a sore shoulder. He'll be playing in the A-Day game. Let's put it this way... if we weren't stacked at WR, he wouldn't have sat out today.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:22 pm to rbWarEagle
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He is nursing a sore shoulder.
Ok, that makes sense. I mean we are stacked at a lot of positions, but everyone practices unless they are injured or excused for personal reasons.
This post was edited on 4/14/10 at 2:23 pm
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:23 pm to NATidefan
Yeah, it's one of those things that you'd like to be able to rest him if it's possible... and now that we have so much depth at WR, it is possible.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:27 pm to NATidefan
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Ok, that makes sense. I mean we are stacked at a lot of positions, but everyone practices unless they are injured or excused for personal reasons.
He is a bit dinged up but not bad. It also comes down to we feel we have 4 solid playmakers at receiver that we could put on the field at the same time. You will likely see some 4 receiver sets from us this fall. Also it will be interesting to see how Reed picks up the offense this fall.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:46 pm to wareagle47
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You guys still think Caudle will get the #2 spot? I'd like to see someone else get in there during garbage time next year.
I'd like to see Moseley showcase his arm in some mop-up roles.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 2:47 pm to NorthGwinnettTiger
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I'd like to see Moseley showcase his arm in some mop-up roles.
Same here. Or I'd like to see if Trotter is really as mobile as they have made him out to be.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 4:04 pm to NATidefan
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This doesn't make any sense, who completely holds someone out of practice to let backups get reps???
Sounds like he may be injured.
Caddy and Ronnie B were held out at times during the spring before the '04 season as well. This happens often and not just at Auburn.
Posted on 4/14/10 at 10:17 pm to rbWarEagle
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You guys still think Caudle will get the #2 spot? I'd like to see someone else get in there during garbage time next year.
From everything I have heard (not that much), Neil should be "The #2 Guy".... that being said, I would expect to see every one of the guys get some PT this year
+1
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