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re: Stephen Rivers...why no love?
Posted on 8/3/12 at 7:58 am to DEG
Posted on 8/3/12 at 7:58 am to DEG
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How could you possibly know this unless you're on the staff?
Miles is NEVER going to let another season come down to a freshman under center - even if it's a redshirt freshman. Our program should have enough depth to be able to run a Junior out there, even as a #2.
The man will not be doomed to repeat history.
Perfectly said. I don't understand what's so hard about understanding that.
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Posted on 8/3/12 at 8:14 am to TXGunslinger10
him being with the vets in the first practice has to say something...i believe he is more advanced than the other two...and from what i saw has great timing with the number one receivers 
Posted on 8/3/12 at 8:15 am to TigerStripes30
...and to add, I've seen MANY posters complain about him because of the fact that he didn't like prestigious in the Spring Game.
I'm just curious as to what people expect out of a RSFr. QB in the SEC.
People tend to think that every QB should be ready to go a year into the system. That's just idiotic.
I'm just curious as to what people expect out of a RSFr. QB in the SEC.
People tend to think that every QB should be ready to go a year into the system. That's just idiotic.
Posted on 8/3/12 at 8:30 am to Prominentwon
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People tend to think that every QB should be ready to go a year into the system. That's just idiotic.
Right on. Thats asking alot of a Redshirt Freshman.
But I do want to make one little point: Not every redshirt freshman that gets thrown into the fire, comes out worse than he went in.
It's the mindset. JLee sets a pick six record his redshirt freshman year, and was cast aside for the entire next year.
But look at Matthew Stafford or Aaron Murray...started as freshmen. Didn't try to do more than what they were asked, and did fine. No reason why we couldn't expect the same from a guy like Rivers as a Redshirt in a backup role, or as a sophomore or junior starter.
This post was edited on 8/3/12 at 8:32 am
Posted on 8/3/12 at 8:44 am to TXGunslinger10
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look at Matthew Stafford or Aaron Murray...started as freshmen. Didn't try to do more than what they were asked, and did fine. No reason why we couldn't expect the same from a guy like Rivers as a Redshirt in a backup role, or as a sophomore or junior starter.
I hate to bring it up, but not every coaching staff is good at OJT with young QBs. I don't recall LSU being very successful doing that.
This post was edited on 8/3/12 at 8:45 am
Posted on 8/3/12 at 8:56 am to tjohn deaux
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but not every coaching staff is good at OJT with young QBs
Historically, as far as LSU is concerned, you're right. But then again, Rivers is the first QB that Krags has had a chance to develop from the very beginning. Who's to say he wouldn't succeed?
Posted on 8/3/12 at 8:58 am to TXGunslinger10
true, would be great if so
Posted on 8/3/12 at 9:16 am to Dodd
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because the majority of the rant, including myself, aint gotta clue about anything
but will fight to the death to win their point.
Posted on 8/3/12 at 9:22 am to Summer of George
I hope u guy's like the taste of crow! Rivers will be fine with a little playing time. I have watched him play,HE IS THE REAL DEAL. Give the guy a little time. 
Posted on 8/3/12 at 9:24 am to cajunjj
I just don't think he's developing well
and i thing the two qbs we have coming in for the '13 class have more upside than him.
and i thing the two qbs we have coming in for the '13 class have more upside than him.
Posted on 8/3/12 at 9:25 am to cajunjj
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I have watched him play,HE IS THE REAL DEAL.
On the field in a college football game?
Posted on 8/3/12 at 9:26 am to JBeam
I like that he's 6'7", but if he can't throw the ball anywhere near the level that his brother can, then there's no point in making him the immediate backup.
Posted on 8/3/12 at 10:01 am to karlkadabra
Really dude? Really?
He could still be a good QB if he had half of the arm strength of his All pro NFL QB of a brother.
He could still be a good QB if he had half of the arm strength of his All pro NFL QB of a brother.
Posted on 8/3/12 at 10:04 am to TXGunslinger10
i dont believe randall should be practicing with the freshman.
Posted on 8/3/12 at 10:07 am to Cap Crunch
Honestly, they didn't really go after him per se, he pretty much just fell into their lap. Why wouldn't you take him when he doesn't count against your class and adds another warm body to the depth chart.
But IMO, I'd feel comfortable with Rivers next year of Mett decide to move on. He will be A RS sophomore who will hopefully get cleanup time this year
But IMO, I'd feel comfortable with Rivers next year of Mett decide to move on. He will be A RS sophomore who will hopefully get cleanup time this year
Posted on 8/3/12 at 10:12 am to TXGunslinger10
I think Rush Limbaugh made a comment about it during a monday night football game. Something to do with melanin.
Posted on 8/3/12 at 10:14 am to JBeam
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I just don't think he's developing well
Do you get to go to the practices and able to see this?
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i dont believe randall should be practicing with the freshman.
From people with access to practices, Randall has a LONG way to go.
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I like that he's 6'7", but if he can't throw the ball anywhere near the level that his brother can, then there's no point in making him the immediate backup.
The Rant in full swing. Expect an 18 year old, RSFr. QB to have the arm and accuracy of an NFL All-Pro QB. Jesus christ.Posted on 8/3/12 at 10:49 am to TXGunslinger10
I just don't understand where you're getting that from. From all accounts (on here) Rivers is #2 and Randall #3. To tell the truth though I think Bolden, with some real coaching, will probably take that spot by next year. Unless Mett has an incredible year say 2600+ 25tds, I think he's back next year too.
Posted on 8/3/12 at 10:51 am to JBeam
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I just don't think he's developing well
Unless you go to every practice you have no clue how he is developing
Posted on 8/3/12 at 12:05 pm to Brettesaurus Rex
your thinking about bolden
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