Amazing what a "running quarterback" can accomplish against what many around the country consider very good football teams. Of course Marshall probably would have been a very good defensive back for Georgia. Gus Malzahn has another "running quarterback" that is being groomed as we speak to take over from Nick Marshall. Jeremy Johnson by name, 6'5" 230lbs. Preparation for the future, ole Gus understands.
While I can wish for certain things, wishes don't always come true. There are many and many more that are climbing on board with quarterbacks with wheels. Defensive backs and linebackers have also changed, size and speed over the years, requires more than a stand in the pocket quarterback, especially if the pro style quarterback has a problem connecting with receivers. Witnessed some serious hits on the quarterbacks yesterday, soon enough after the release to not draw a penalty.
Watching Justin Worley for Tennessee, believe I was watching a wounded quarterback from the hit he received in Athens. Not the same player before and after the hit between the Hedges.
Auburn, Mississippi State will be a physical game for sure. Dak Prescott as described by sflanagan21 is headed to the pros soon and will play. Reminds me a lot of Blake Bortles that is now employed by JAX.
Glad to get the win, after watching the Kentucky/South Carolina game, just another example of the kind of football that is played in the SEC. Stoops has Kentucky believing, South Carolina believes now.
Correct me if I am wrong. Appears to me that too much emphasis is being put on "sack the quarterback" and not playing the run game a bit tighter. Guess Pruitt has his reasons for that. As discussed in another thread, first year for Jeremy Pruitt, will understand more about our defensive coordinator when he does have his players in Athens. I have faith the defensive side will improve . . . . has to. Auburn will be a huge test, yep they like to run the football, that includes their present quarterback and the young man that will follow him.
