In the past, guys like Paschal, Boogie, Kash and Davis would be thrown right into the mix as true freshmen with fans expecting their potential to be seen on day one. While we still see that at some positions (Q at NG), these players who are serious about their future and their craft and are working hard, have been brought about at a different pace. Some fans have lamented that this must mean that the recruits were not as good as anticipated. Paschal was used situationally. Kash played special teams. Boogie got reps when starters were injured. Davis had a surprising spring and then actually RSed. Robinson waits his turn.
We are not accustomed to this process. We have such low expectations of our older players that we think guys like Square and Oates should just be difference makers from day one. But, older players with NFL aspirations are holding spots in front of these guys. Or, a player with a ton of experience and leadership ability like Love let Kash learn. Allen, Jones, Edwards and others with real SEC experience are letting the young talent digest the process, mature, and get serious for their time. Nothing is given because of a star count.
We see Kash who is evidently blossoming this spring at MLB. Players rave about Paschal’s work ethic and motor. Boogie constantly gets a mention. Their transition to starters will be much smoother than we witnessed in this past. Talented experienced depth is happening. It’s odd to the long time fan who expected the backup to be a huge drop off from the starter. That is what we have known.
We wonder how teams at the top maintain their prominence when they lose so many to the NFL or graduation. Layered talent and development. It’s fun to witness in person.
We are not accustomed to this process. We have such low expectations of our older players that we think guys like Square and Oates should just be difference makers from day one. But, older players with NFL aspirations are holding spots in front of these guys. Or, a player with a ton of experience and leadership ability like Love let Kash learn. Allen, Jones, Edwards and others with real SEC experience are letting the young talent digest the process, mature, and get serious for their time. Nothing is given because of a star count.
We see Kash who is evidently blossoming this spring at MLB. Players rave about Paschal’s work ethic and motor. Boogie constantly gets a mention. Their transition to starters will be much smoother than we witnessed in this past. Talented experienced depth is happening. It’s odd to the long time fan who expected the backup to be a huge drop off from the starter. That is what we have known.
We wonder how teams at the top maintain their prominence when they lose so many to the NFL or graduation. Layered talent and development. It’s fun to witness in person.