He could be more than than because he can run enough to allow the full RPO/zone read game to be used - and he can sling the ball pretty darn good. He just doesn't have enough experience for us to know "he's the guy". He needs to be coached up for sure.
Nebraska has had some great QBs over its illustrious history. But here's the thing: They all had different skill sets. What made them great was (IMO) their leadership on the field. As a fan, the great ones gave me a sense of confidence when they were under center no matter what the situation.
Since I made the above, I’ve had a chance to mull it over. I’m wondering if I’ve over complicated things in our point of development. Maybe we just need someoneNebraska has had some great QBs over its illustrious history. But here's the thing: They all had different skill sets. What made them great was (IMO) their leadership on the field. As a fan, the great ones gave me a sense of confidence when they were under center no matter what the situation.
Would I love a great RPO guy like Tommie Frazier? Absolutely! But I would gladly take someone who wasn't --- if we're taking about a QB with Big Stones like Zac Taylor.
What we need more than anything is a QB who has a pro-like awareness of the field and commands the huddle. Yeah, that's asking alot---but hey, it's not my $2 million we're gonna spend to get that guy.
I don't know about the best, but definitely Top 10. He will most likely be the QB they get.
When half the team is already 'following' him on social media, that's usually a good sign.
I don’t believe there was a star rating system at the time— but he was a Parade AA, which was a BIG deal
You had me at #1.When half the team is already 'following' him on social media, that's usually a good sign.
Here's my quick take:
- He's touted for having great field awareness and seems to go thru his progressions quickly.
- He's a big kid with a strong arm. While he's not an RPO QB, he's no statue either. I've seen tape of him scrambling to find an open receiver.
- He's had a season's worth of experience staring down big, fast, B1G defenses.
- He's a winner (11-1 as OSU's starting QB) and is reportedly a hard worker.
- He seems to have a mature (i.e. unrattled) pocket presence.
- He should feel comfortable playing on the road against the Buckeyes. He might also have a little extra motivation for the game too.
And aside from Michigan, he was getting better and better as the season progressated. I've heard part of McCord's NIL deal if he signs with Ole Neb will be doing All-State insurance commercials. That's what I'm talkin about.When half the team is already 'following' him on social media, that's usually a good sign.
Here's my quick take:
- He's touted for having great field awareness and seems to go thru his progressions quickly.
- He's a big kid with a strong arm. While he's not an RPO QB, he's no statue either. I've seen tape of him scrambling to find an open receiver.
- He's had a season's worth of experience staring down big, fast, B1G defenses.
- He's a winner (11-1 as OSU's starting QB) and is reportedly a hard worker.
- He seems to have a mature (i.e. unrattled) pocket presence.
- He should feel comfortable playing on the road against the Buckeyes. He might also have a little extra motivation for the game too.
