After reading of the defense humbling Levis, Hogan and the rest of the offense, I suspect we might be looking at a unit that will challenge the 2018/19 defense as Stoop’s best in ten years.
I just read a depth chart, and D’ Jack (D’Erick Jackson) and Wallace are “running third and fourth string,” behind Square and Jones.
Wow.
I just don’t see much of a drop off 4 deep.
It looks like we have 700 pounds of Michigan Men in the Middle, again, as the true frosh monster, Deone Walker is drawing rave reviews for his play, speed and size, to go along with Junior Justin Rogers. I’ve always believed the total effectiveness of the 3-4 defense is based on a big, athletic Nose, and we have more than one capable of playing the toughest position in defensive football.
Octavious Oxendine’s return from mid-season 2021 injury should have everyone pumped. He was the highest profile breakthrough player from Kentucky’s nationally renowned 2020 defensive line haul, and fellow classmates, Anaele, Rybka, Hayes and Rogers will have their moments to shine in 2022.
We will have good play on the edge, if not the spectacular play of Josh Allen in ‘18. Jordan Wright may never have 18 sacks in a single season, but he has been a Money-Ball-type player for years, with his freakish length and athleticism. He has ended up in the endzone more than Josh Allen, and is a ball swatting freak against the passing game. Weaver has similar attributes, and might be a more disruptive force as a sack-master, as he has gained strength and experience.
Ajian’s return was a pleasant surprise for our secondary. The former 4 Star has played on a high level since his introduction in 2018, and as result of Covid, will return as one of the most experienced defenders in the history of Kentucky football, having been a solid contributor for (now) five full seasons.
I have heard very little about Vito Tisdale this Summer . . . and that is a good thing. I expect him to have as renowned a season as he had a renowned off-season in 2021.
Our corners will be OK, if not dominant. Frosh Phillips is drawing strong reviews, and Carrington Valentine should compete for all SEC recognition.
Altogether, this defense might well compete for a return to Top 10 status nationally!
I just read a depth chart, and D’ Jack (D’Erick Jackson) and Wallace are “running third and fourth string,” behind Square and Jones.
Wow.
I just don’t see much of a drop off 4 deep.
It looks like we have 700 pounds of Michigan Men in the Middle, again, as the true frosh monster, Deone Walker is drawing rave reviews for his play, speed and size, to go along with Junior Justin Rogers. I’ve always believed the total effectiveness of the 3-4 defense is based on a big, athletic Nose, and we have more than one capable of playing the toughest position in defensive football.
Octavious Oxendine’s return from mid-season 2021 injury should have everyone pumped. He was the highest profile breakthrough player from Kentucky’s nationally renowned 2020 defensive line haul, and fellow classmates, Anaele, Rybka, Hayes and Rogers will have their moments to shine in 2022.
We will have good play on the edge, if not the spectacular play of Josh Allen in ‘18. Jordan Wright may never have 18 sacks in a single season, but he has been a Money-Ball-type player for years, with his freakish length and athleticism. He has ended up in the endzone more than Josh Allen, and is a ball swatting freak against the passing game. Weaver has similar attributes, and might be a more disruptive force as a sack-master, as he has gained strength and experience.
Ajian’s return was a pleasant surprise for our secondary. The former 4 Star has played on a high level since his introduction in 2018, and as result of Covid, will return as one of the most experienced defenders in the history of Kentucky football, having been a solid contributor for (now) five full seasons.
I have heard very little about Vito Tisdale this Summer . . . and that is a good thing. I expect him to have as renowned a season as he had a renowned off-season in 2021.
Our corners will be OK, if not dominant. Frosh Phillips is drawing strong reviews, and Carrington Valentine should compete for all SEC recognition.
Altogether, this defense might well compete for a return to Top 10 status nationally!