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Could not pass this up coming from Buck.
Could Caleb King Save The Season?
Posted by Buck Belue at 6/21/2011 11:00 AM
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Crazy talk, uh? Then, call me crazy. Seriously, this is a likely scenario in 2011. One of the storylines that will probably play out: Caleb King saves the season.
Think about it...Boise State and South Carolina loom. Richt's reportedly on the hot seat, coming off a losing season. The 'Dogs need to play at a high level to START the season. Coaches trust in the veterans in this situation. The upperclassmen get the benefit of the doubt.
And the chances are Crowell's not ready to be the lead 'Dog. Can he contribute in a supporting role? Yes. Tote the rock 20 times against Boise State? No. Don't believe so. And when Aaron Murray throws it, will Crowell know who to block and can he block them? Can't plan on that really.
Caleb King looks to me like a young man in a good position. He's motivated to have a big senior season. It's his last shot to impress NFL scouts. He's in the best shape of his life and can play physical at 220-plus. Caleb can hold up between the tackles, burst it outside, catch it and protect. Solid all-around skill set. And again: he's motivated and capable of being the lead 'Dog.
Has he disappointed you? Sure. It hasn't been one of those legendary tales. There have been injuries and issues. Caleb has always shared the load, never really seeming to embrace the lead 'Dog role. Ealey was around then. And now, Isaiah Crowell is supposed to come in as a freshman and take all the playing time?
The track record says Caleb King is going to disappoint you. Understand that. But I'm not buying it this time.
I see a 1,000 yard season. 200 carries and 12 TD runs. A 5 yard per carry average. And as it turns out, a positive influence on Crowell.
I know, call me crazy.
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I like our friend wlayton am a "show me" type person......CTG has the credentials to lead us back to our Junkyard Dawg days of our beloved Erk.......but after suffering thru the WM years (and they were loooong years) I am looking for much much more from our D this year as much as 100% improvement in turn overs and QB sacks....less rushing yards per game and more heads up type of football.....(less bonehead type mistakes)......I saw some of it last year and expect to see a whole lot more this year.....is CTG our savior.....he certainly has the talent around him to be just that....SHOW ME this year.....
now I have never been a big fan of Buck Belue or his football knowledge for that matter......but I think he is spot on about Caleb King......it is his time and I think that he has performed in the class room which is a big step in showing that he is mature....time for him to step up and lead on the field and show IC the ropes in the offensive scheme and what is expected of the TB in pass blocking situations......
another question is will BOBO step up......may be our only nagging question this year.....
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