Spring Practice

[Sheboygan]

LOL. Old habits.

Like Key, I'm excited to see what Thacker can do when the defense is totally his. We got a glimpse last season, but now he gets a full spring and fall camp to do it "his way". There are some REALLY good players that were young, and should have more of an impact this season...especially on the DL. Secondary is finally playing to its potential. LBs will be the key.

I expect the defense to be the strength of the team early until Faulkner's offense starts gelling. May take till mid season before our offense is somewhat humming.

Thacker's comments about having Key trust him with running the defense, and implying that he didn't have that from TFG speaks volumes, IMO.

 

[Lil G]

Thacker's comments about having Key trust him with running the defense, and implying that he didn't have that from TFG speaks volumes, IMO.

It showed in volumes, immediately after departure.

 

[iceeater1969]

It showed in volumes, immediately after departure.

Thacker and Collins chief attribute is they are both are high energy.
One guy says tell them go left fast and second guy tells tgem go way way fast left Lots of Zig and Zag.

Now we have a steady head coach leading some high energy oc and dc. Hope they all need a pay raise soon.

 

[CuseJacket]

 

[MaverickGT]

Sounds like Christian Leary the transfer WR from Bama has been a stand out so far. Good to hear, we need some play makers at that position

 

[57jacket]

WR Christian Leary among standouts at Georgia Tech spring practices

Leary is the biggest name of the three receiver transfers as a former top-100 recruit from Alabama. He had only three catches over two seasons with the Crimson Tide, which led him to pursue greater opportunities for playing time.

www.ajc.com

 

[Em_Jae20]

 

[albanyjacket]

Coach Norvell made me lol when he mentioned "the other school". Like him already.

 

[MidtownJacket]

Coach Norvell made me lol when he mentioned "the other school". Like him already.

(Tongue Solidly in Cheek) He double clutched and swallowed the UGA Bile back when he almost called them a "University". Love to love it.

 

[Buzzbomb]

New Georgia Tech offensive assistants explain why they joined Brent Key’s staff

Three Georgia Tech position coaches spoke with reporters Monday during spring practices. Each shared why he was led to Tech and coach Brent Key, who assumed full-time duties after an encouraging stint as the interim coach in 2022.

t.co

 

[TromboneJacket]

Sounds like Christian Leary the transfer WR from Bama has been a stand out so far. Good to hear, we need some play makers at that position

If Leary and Rutherford are our two best receivers, we might have some fun with 2-TE sets this year.

 

[SOWEGA Jacket]

WR’s are the least of our concerns. The only thing that matters is the offensive line. If the OLine is decent, or dare I say it, good, then whoever plays QB, RB, or WR will make some plays. Everything else regarding the team is somewhat meaningless. Without an OLine who can perform we will continue to be a bottom feeder regardless of QB, RB, or WR play. The defense will be fine for a mid level ACC team. And special teams have no where to go but up.

 

[iceeater1969]

WR’s are the least of our concerns. The only thing that matters is the offensive line. If the OLine is decent, or dare I say it, good, then whoever plays QB, RB, or WR will make some plays. Everything else regarding the team is somewhat meaningless. Without an OLine who can perform we will continue to be a bottom feeder regardless of QB, RB, or WR play. The defense will be fine for a mid level ACC team. And special teams have no where to go but up.

Agree completely.
And let's add the following:

If we can show quality ol AND improving depth, we will be a much more attractive portal destination FOR SKILL POSITIONS Like TE, WR, QB.

 

[Buzzbomb]

 

[TromboneJacket]

WR’s are the least of our concerns. The only thing that matters is the offensive line. If the OLine is decent, or dare I say it, good, then whoever plays QB, RB, or WR will make some plays. Everything else regarding the team is somewhat meaningless. Without an OLine who can perform we will continue to be a bottom feeder regardless of QB, RB, or WR play. The defense will be fine for a mid level ACC team. And special teams have no where to go but up.

I agree that OL is critical for any offense, and having quick, explosive receivers who can get open quickly reduces what is asked of them in the passing game, as does having a QB who can find open receivers quickly and get them the ball.

 

[Sheboygan]

I was so impressed, I tried to load this twice. Our coach is so smart, detail oriented, sure of what he wants to do with the team, that IMO we are going to surprise a lot of people with our improvement this year. TFG was " an inch deep and a mile wide", "all sizzle and no steak". Key is DEEP with experience, with determination, with character, with vision. I think players and coaches will love to go to "war" with him. Giving co-ordinators and staff trust and support , along with running a focused , teaching practice will be huge difference makers for this team. After giving away 3 of our first 4 games last year, we still only missed going to a bowl by one (winnable -VT) game. I think we can go bowling this year.

 

[Lil G]

I was so impressed, I tried to load this twice. Our coach is so smart, detail oriented, sure of what he wants to do with the team, that IMO we are going to surprise a lot of people with our improvement this year. TFG was " an inch deep and a mile wide", "all sizzle and no steak". Key is DEEP with experience, with determination, with character, with vision. I think players and coaches will love to go to "war" with him. Giving co-ordinators and staff trust and support , along with running a focused , teaching practice will be huge difference makers for this team. After giving away 3 of our first 4 games last year, we still only missed going to a bowl by one (winnable -VT) game. I think we can go bowling this year.

His level headed analysis impresses me every time. You can tell his vision for what he wants is clear and he knows exactly where the team stands on achieving it.
It’s such a breath of fresh air lmao

 

[Sheboygan]

His level headed analysis impresses me every time. You can tell his vision for what he wants is clear and he knows exactly where the team stands on achieving it.
It’s such a breath of fresh air lmao

AMEN !!

 

[FEWrecker]

Agree completely.
And let's add the following:

If we can show quality ol AND improving depth, we will be a much more attractive portal destination FOR SKILL POSITIONS Like TE, WR, QB.

Agreed 66.67%.
With the development of three QBs and commitment of 4 stars Jakhari Williams for coming class. Tech is set for QB in near future. Bet Tech can save that QB spot for stud RB, TE, and WR in portal.
Go Jackets! THWG.

 

[UgaBlows]

I was so impressed, I tried to load this twice. Our coach is so smart, detail oriented, sure of what he wants to do with the team, that IMO we are going to surprise a lot of people with our improvement this year. TFG was " an inch deep and a mile wide", "all sizzle and no steak". Key is DEEP with experience, with determination, with character, with vision. I think players and coaches will love to go to "war" with him. Giving co-ordinators and staff trust and support , along with running a focused , teaching practice will be huge difference makers for this team. After giving away 3 of our first 4 games last year, we still only missed going to a bowl by one (winnable -VT) game. I think we can go bowling this year.

UVA