Well, dipshit, I was the first one to talk about Nelson moving to DT after the spring game after seeing how good A. Nelson was. But don't let facts get in the way of your delusions. I wasn't trying to make any bold predictions about next years line-up, just pointing out the obvious so we have something to talk about between now and the bowl game. And you did notice I have a question mark by Epenesa's name, didn't you? Do you know what that means? I still think they should red-shirt him, because he won't start, but I didn't know who else to plug there since at this point I/we know so little about all the DLinemen that came in last year. We do have depth at DE now, so Epenesa has quite a few people to jump to see the field. Oh, and I didn't say Epenesa would redshirt because of our tremendous depth, I said we wouldn't sign Van Ginkel because of it. Nice talking to you loser...you'll never win one this century.......
Starting D next year?
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I agree on the LB's and I think the depth is really good there also. It's nice when we don't have to throw young LB's to the wolves (like we did Bower in 2014 and Morris his freshman year, etc.) and they can develop. I have to question Reiff practicing at DT the last 2 weeks since he has appeared in the last 2 games at DE. One doesn't normally practice a t one position and play in a game at another. And I'm not even sure they've practiced since the Nebby game, have they?
The way Taylor took a 'step back' this year, that is a distinct possibility at SS. I hope Taylor 'rights the ship' and has a big senior year! We need him......
hawkdrummer1
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First impressions? More like "body of work". He was bad last year too.
That there were some REALLY good LB's in the conference this year? Hell, Jewell is a Butkus finalist and he didn't even make 1st team on either team....SO WHAT DOES THAT SAY.... EINSTEIN? You definetly are 'special'....
I agree, but we only have to fill one spot on the Dline. It's a big one to fill (thus the ?), but if somebody steps up there (and I think they will) we are in good shape...don't you think?
He was bad last year? He did a great job subbing at 2 positions last year when Fisher and Neimann got hurt, especially the Nebraska game last year. Try to know what you're talking about....I'm embarrassed for you.
SpiderRico
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Everything, and I mean EVERYTHING, related to Iowa's defense hinges on the defensive tackles under KF.
2005 is a perfect example. We had both Greenway and Hodge back as LBs and they got eaten up pretty good all year because 1st year starters (and severely undersized) King and Kroul just couldn't keep OLs off of Greenway and Hodge.
So because of that, I'm not as sold on the defense next year yet due to the lack of experienced bodies at DT.
2005 is a perfect example. We had both Greenway and Hodge back as LBs and they got eaten up pretty good all year because 1st year starters (and severely undersized) King and Kroul just couldn't keep OLs off of Greenway and Hodge.
So because of that, I'm not as sold on the defense next year yet due to the lack of experienced bodies at DT.
Ya, I think Anthony is still a little to light in the britches to play the 1 or 3 tech. Matt on the other hand greatly improved playing with leverage as the year went on and could easily play at 300 lbs. on that frame.
Solid point. Let's hope they get a couple people ready to step up. I think they can?
BILLYBOBSTEXAS
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Serious question Icke. Why the insults when someone has a different take on a topic? You can post insightful thoughts then vile follows.
Solid point! That's why I mentioned how much he's improved his pad level and leverage this year and that will be a huge ? whether he can play in there or not.
SpiderRico
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I think Lattimore certainly has the body for it....remains to be seen if he has the motor. And I like the idea of M. Nelson moving inside because from what I'm hearing Gholston (sp?) has been looking pretty good in practice at the DE spot. Might be a way to have Nelson, Bazzata, and Lattimore as the 3 rotating DTs and Hesse, A. Nelson and Gholston at the DE rotation....
It is only directed to a small group of 'crazies' on this site who attack anyone who tries to question their delusions. I don't respond that way to everyone who has a different perspective.
Well, Reiff worked his way into the rotation at DE the last 2 games and Brinks got reps early in the season, so with AJ coming on board, there should be some great competition at DE! That's a good problem to have, don't ya think?
That there are some better players than him in the league, but that doesn't make him bad. Akrum Wadley was only honorable mention so he must be terrible to eh?
Joshbrown
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I don't think Bower is terrible. In fact I thank him for his effort. But I have a feeling our best 3 LBers aren't on the field together.
tksirius
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As well as the best 4 DBs.
hawkdrummer1
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Stick to being embarrassed for yourself...that should keep you plenty busy.
