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Brown or Key

I don't. Maybe one is more inside "shorter routs" but cutting and positioning is important. Then the other more outside "longer routs"
You are an honest person. KTime is busily googling it as we type this. X used to be called the "split end" in traditional doctrine.
X lines up on the LOS, and is actually your featured WR. Z used to be called the "flanker" in traditional parlance. He lines up a couple of steps behind the LOS because he is a member of the backfield by rule. The Y receiver can be a slot or a flex receiver. In some formations, Y might be a TE. These letters have been assigned so that an OC or a QB can quickly set the formation and direct his receivers into proper positions.

Since your X receiver is lined up on the LOS, it is a little easier for a CB to jam him and throw off the timing of the route. Also the X usually needs to be an effective blocker. That's why it is best if the X is physically strong in the upper body and has very good footwork. Being lined up off the LOS, the Z is harder to jam and can take advantage of pure high end speed. The Z is usually the receiver who runs the reverse.

There is more to it, but that's a simple explanation. Dane Key is our X.
 
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Any DB that lines up on the line against a flexed receiver should be told to clean out his locker because he has effectively taking himself out of the play and allowed the receiver to run right by him totally uncovered.

Conversely any receiver that get's jammed off of his route at the line might as well go sit down on the bench because he is out of the play.
 
I am relaxed. Since you opened the door, do you know the difference between an x and a z receiver?
X Y Z are in order of alphabetical

X - on opposite side of TE and li we up on LOS
Y - tight end
Z lines up on same side of TE…off LOS a bit and can avoid press coverage easier

Technically they are different but they are both Wr that play mainly outside the numbers and not crazy to compare KEy or Brown. Neither are Slot Wr which is rhe hardest to compare
 
You are an honest person. KTime is busily googling it as we type this. X used to be called the "split end" in traditional doctrine.
X lines up on the LOS, and is actually your featured WR. Z used to be called the "flanker" in traditional parlance. He lines up a couple of steps behind the LOS because he is a member of the backfield by rule. The Y receiver can be a slot or a flex receiver. In some formations, Y might be a TE. These letters have been assigned so that an OC or a QB can quickly set the formation and direct his receivers into proper positions.

Since your X receiver is lined up on the LOS, it is a little easier for a CB to jam him and throw off the timing of the route. Also the X usually needs to be an effective blocker. That's why it is best if the X is physically strong in the upper body and has very good footwork. Being lined up off the LOS, the Z is harder to jam and can take advantage of pure high end speed. The Z is usually the receiver who runs the reverse.

There is more to it, but that's a simple explanation. Dane Key is our X.
Thank you man. I've been watching my whole life. Played a little in middle school. Hudge fan can tell you all players ect,ect ect. Not really familiar with the play calling seams extremely complicated. Especially defense. I really respect the craft and never really criticize that part of the game. I mean I can tell you what's working that day and not working for the day but would never know how to really adjust. Even the pros have a hard time occasionally. Some people act like they know everything. I've figured out the older I get I find out how much I really didn't know.
 
You are an honest person. KTime is busily googling it as we type this. X used to be called the "split end" in traditional doctrine.
X lines up on the LOS, and is actually your featured WR. Z used to be called the "flanker" in traditional parlance. He lines up a couple of steps behind the LOS because he is a member of the backfield by rule. The Y receiver can be a slot or a flex receiver. In some formations, Y might be a TE. These letters have been assigned so that an OC or a QB can quickly set the formation and direct his receivers into proper positions.

Since your X receiver is lined up on the LOS, it is a little easier for a CB to jam him and throw off the timing of the route. Also the X usually needs to be an effective blocker. That's why it is best if the X is physically strong in the upper body and has very good footwork. Being lined up off the LOS, the Z is harder to jam and can take advantage of pure high end speed. The Z is usually the receiver who runs the reverse.

There is more to it, but that's a simple explanation. Dane Key is our X.
Thank you for that explanation. One of the things that I enjoy about coming on to WL-the camaraderie.
 
…we all know these guys play different positions. It’s July. There’s nothing else to talk for the team (non-recruiting) unless something bad happens. If you don’t want to play the hypothetical game you don’t have to, but geez a few feel the need to gate-keep the rest of us killing time? Go outside, breath some air, touch grass, etc
 
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…we all know these guys play different positions. It’s July. There’s nothing else to talk for the team (non-recruiting) unless something bad happens. If you don’t want to play the hypothetical game you don’t have to, but geez a few feel the need to gate-keep the rest of us killing time? Go outside, breath some air, touch grass, etc
Thought of Les Miles when you said touch grass:)
 
Any DB that lines up on the line against a flexed receiver should be told to clean out his locker because he has effectively taking himself out of the play and allowed the receiver to run right by him totally uncovered.

Conversely any receiver that get's jammed off of his route at the line might as well go sit down on the bench because he is out of the play.
And yet these things often happen. SEC DBs are stronger and more athletic, generally speaking, than DBs in other conferences.
 
X Y Z are in order of alphabetical

X - on opposite side of TE and li we up on LOS
Y - tight end
Z lines up on same side of TE…off LOS a bit and can avoid press coverage easier

Technically they are different but they are both Wr that play mainly outside the numbers and not crazy to compare KEy or Brown. Neither are Slot Wr which is rhe hardest to compare
You googled this information.

Football is a team sport. Eleven players playing together in different roles for a planned outcome. We use 3 WRs at a time in our offensive sets, sometimes 4, and each has different responsibilities. If comparing one of our receivers to another is entertaining for you, have a good time.
 
You googled this information.

Football is a team sport. Eleven players playing together in different roles for a planned outcome. We use 3 WRs at a time in our offensive sets, sometimes 4, and each has different responsibilities. If comparing one of our receivers to another is entertaining for you, have a good time.

Is it entirely possible I played football and know some insights about football? Are you that much of a god in your own mind that you know my football knowledge vs Google ? Dude go kick rocks ….arrogant know it all

This thread started out as a lull in offseason message board question do you take Dane or Barion. No big deal. Nobody is saying one or the other….just which one do you prefer

They both play outside the hashes mainly and the X and Z are comparable is all I believe. And Dame is a notch better as he tracks deep balls better….has best hands by far at Ky and can get up in air on 50/50 balls. Going with your take I’d be wrong for stating Dane is better than Clevan Thomas since it’s a team game or wherever bull jive you come up with. I get they’re a team but certain dudes are better then others….it’s a part of life Doesn’t mean they aren’t all valued

But either way it’s a message board.
 
Is it entirely possible I played football and know some insights about football? Are you that much of a god in your own mind that you know my football knowledge vs Google ? Dude go kick rocks ….arrogant know it all

This thread started out as a lull in offseason message board question do you take Dane or Barion. No big deal. Nobody is saying one or the other….just which one do you prefer

They both play outside the hashes mainly and the X and Z are comparable is all I believe. And Dame is a notch better as he tracks deep balls better….has best hands by far at Ky and can get up in air on 50/50 balls. Going with your take I’d be wrong for stating Dane is better than Clevan Thomas since it’s a team game or wherever bull jive you come up with. I get they’re a team but certain dudes are better then others….it’s a part of life Doesn’t mean they aren’t all valued

But either way it’s a message board.

LOL. I won't dignify that. Of course it's a message board. Anyway, thanks for explaining that to all us arrogant know it alls.
 
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I can't speak for everyone, but no interest in watching BB, about the same interest as tennis and golf.

Once again I commented to a UK poster who made a comment about a UGA player, I did not bring him up. You don't like my post, which have never been negative about UK, it's coaches or its players, put me on ignore. That would solve your problem with me.
I can't speak for everyone, but no interest in watching BB, about the same interest as tennis and golf.

Once again I commented to a UK poster who made a comment about a UGA player, I did not bring him up. You don't like my post, which have never been negative about UK, it's coaches or its players, put me on ignore. That would solve your problem
I can't speak for everyone, but no interest in watching BB, about the same interest as tennis and golf.

Once again I commented to a UK poster who made a comment about a UGA player, I did not bring him up. You don't like my post, which have never been negative about UK, it's coaches or its players, put me on ignore. That would solve your problem with me.
I have no problem with you and I’m not an I’ll put you on ignore guy. I’ve always been nothing but nice to you so I don’t get the Once again stuff unless I called u out on the Georgia high jacking before! Actually, I like most of your input on UK Football and I can’t say that about everyone. Lol. Nothing personal, I just love UK Football and that’s what I come here for.
 
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