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With the modern offenses, I think most coaches are looking for the QB that, first and foremost, can process quickly, has a quick release and is accurate in the short to intermediate ranges. The complete package would be one that navigates the pocket well, but also quick enough to make defenses...

Excited to see what he does in a Hawkeye uniform. https://hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com/2025/01/09/iowa-football-top-recruit-iose-epenesa-navy-all-american-bowl-standouts/

No doubt. Unionization with a CBA is about the only way to get a measure of control over the system and level the playing field. Other sports almost certainly would follow suit, which would be a mess. The interesting part will be whether schools will be able to negotiate based upon the...

LOL. Same. I disagree about the non-call, though. Watch it frame-by-frame. Josey was in perfect position and had stood him up. The only thing left was to step in and drive through for the tackle, but that became impossible when the lineman tackled him from behind, completely immobilizing his...

There will always be a "program factor" to a degree, but the impact is lessoning every year. Kids with enough talent and/or upside more and more are prioritizing the money. A program like Ohio State can sell WRs on their pipeline for example, and deservedly so, but they can't sign all of them...

I like the idea. As for the top guy, that is where there would have to be an element of subjectivity added: During the clock, the top guy has to be actively attempting to turn. If (in the judgement of the official) the effort isn't there, the clock can be stopped prematurely and the...

The depressing part for me is watching the replay from the top view. Josey Jewell was essentially tackled from behind by an offensive lineman (#75) right as he got to Scott. That's why he couldn't drive through and wrap up. A terrible blown call in a situation like that. :mad: Watch #75 right...

I get it, but what if the guy on top was on a clock? I don't think it would take much, but some added time after a take-down would add that element of rewarding turn skills. The top guy will know that the clock is ticking, so the attempts would have to be quick. Spencer is a good example with...

We'll see. Lester likes to use motion and quick-hitters, both of which definitely can mitigate poor protection. The problem is that it only takes one weak link. Richman was solid for us at LT this last season and didn't get the recognition he deserved, so replacing him will be a challenge...

While I don't find it "unwatchable," I agree that something needs to change. I would be just fine with a complete conversion to freestyle, but, again, I'd like to see some tweaks to allow for more ground game. As for PSU, we'll have to agree to disagree somewhat there. Cael's had many that were...

You can spend a ton of money on a Ferrari but it's not going to matter if you are driving it in the mud... As I posted on the other thread, our offensive line attrition needs to be the bigger priority. One or two weak links will make any upgrades at QB or WR irrelevant and a waste.

Yeah, the subjectivity is frustrating but it's hard to eliminate it. Push-outs aren't a great alternative, IMO, though. First of all, it's not really wrestling, and, second, seeing a wrestler running around trying to push out his opponent to tie a match is kind of pathetic. I'd be okay with...

Unfortunately, that's the reality we will face. In general, that is typical whenever any head coach leaves, but with the current lack of enthusiasm surrounding the program, it probably will be worse than usual. Sadly, as time goes on, it will be less and less about the coach and/or school...

I'd like to see Gatens get more HC experience before he's even considered for a head coaching job at Iowa. His resume isn't there yet. The next coach likely will end up being more of a transitional figure as Iowa struggles to figure out options to boost support and enthusiasm. Lots of difficult...

Agree for the most part. Everyone is going to have their individual preferences in terms of rules. Personally, I find freestyle to be a little hectic with the current format. Standups occur way too quickly, and, if you are going to have a push-out rule, get rid of the incentive to drop to a...

I think completely getting rid of riding time is one of the first changes I would make. Put the top guy on a clock immediately, but I would make it a little longer than FS. No turn after, say, 40 sec, and back to stand-up. Also, reward early escapes, such as before 15 sec, with 2 points...

Arnold leaving would be a major blow to the program, both talent-wise and from a perception standpoint. I really hope the rumors aren't based in reality, and, yes, IMO he should be our 74. If he's physically more comfortable at 84 I don't necessarily see that as a negative. Ferrari has the...

As a general impact, definitely. In the case of DBs, I'm not so sure. Most of Phil's best defensive backs were low stars and/or lightly recruited. I would guess that it's probably more of a "regression to the mean" situation. Phil has hit on quite a few diamonds in the rough over the last...

Speaking of Schulte, I just can't wrap my mind around what has happened with our DBs. Phil hangs his hat on developing defensive players, especially the backs. It became very apparent early in the season that several players hadn't taken that "leap" we normally see, such as Lee, Hall, Nwankpa...

I can't say I've noticed a huge difference recently. It's always been a judgement call. There were a few others even in the game yesterday that weren't called. I would say one thing that has changed, however, is that it's obvious players and coaches are "coached" to sell it when the chance...