FB: Middle Atlantic Conference

[MOJO]

Pat, changing QB's to other positions happens all the time in the college ranks for two reasons:  1.  They are usually intelligent and   2.  They are usually good athletes.  With this being said, this USUALLY happens before the kid is brought into camp.  As a matter of fact, this subject is normally addressed during the recruiting process.  To come into camp with 11 QB's is ridiculous, if the intent is that each kid is gonna get a real shot to compete.  With that many kids gettin a look, the amount of snaps each would get would be greatly diminished.  Hence the opportunity each would get to show their stuff would be reduced.  The other point I was tryin to make is even a school with the success DVC has had of recent vintage, the likelyhood that they could attract 11 quality QB's, that could potentially be a starter at the college level is highly unlikely.  By the way, I haven't seen any feedback concerning the DVC / Ursinus scrimmage.  How did the Aggies look and what was the QB situation?  Have they found their man?   

[bill]

As I'm sure many of you know already, Del Val's game vs. FDU has been changed from Del Val to FDU's field...
Unfortunately, it doesn't look like FDU's lights will actually be installed before this season is over...

[Pat Coleman]

Pat, changing QB's to other positions happens all the time in the college ranks for two reasons:  1.  They are usually intelligent and   2.  They are usually good athletes.  With this being said, this USUALLY happens before the kid is brought into camp.  As a matter of fact, this subject is normally addressed during the recruiting process. 

It may also happen before camp and during the recruiting process, however, it ALSO happens ALL THE TIME during camp, even after a kid's freshman or sophomore seasons.

[MOJO]

Pat,
I concur! The point that I have been trying to make is 11 QB'S, (I'm not taking about kids that were QB's that have been moved to other positions), in any system is too many.  You bring in 11 kids and tell them your gonna give them a shot at the QB position, all 11 are being shortchanged.  The kids are never gonna get the reps they need for a fair opportunity.  Too many kids, not enough reps.  Pat, when was the last time you saw any school bring in this number of QB's and had them listed as QB's at the start of camp?  I'm not aware of this type occurance at any other school past or present.  Now the second part of my inquiry, which I'm getting no input on, was how did the Aggies look in their scrimmage yesterday and did they find their QB?  If they did, who is he and what can you share about this kid?       

[MOJO]

PS:  I've heard through a reliable source that Wilkes is looking great.  I'd like to hear feedback concerning that team also from posters.  Go Dutchmen and Go Warriors!

[Pat Coleman]

Pat,
I concur! The point that I have been trying to make is 11 QB'S, (I'm not taking about kids that were QB's that have been moved to other positions), in any system is too many. 

That's fine -- I understand that this is your point. I don't believe any of that contradicts my point.

[MOJO]

Unusually quiet from the DVC posters.  Did DVC look as good as everyone thought they would in their scrimmage?  Did they find their QB?  If yes, who is it and can anyone share any specifics about the kid (class/ recruitee or transfer/ high school he came from/ etc?  Also, any feedback from the Wilkes camp?  I heard they really look good (big/ fast/ strong/ and hungry).  I think it's gonna be a fun season.  Let's hope all the kids stay healthy.  Go Dutchmen and Go Warriors.

[MACguy]

yes... wilkes is looking great... solid at every position... looking forward to a MAC championship 

[Grizzman]

Yes, Wilkes looked good against the Mules on Thursday but there are things to work on for week 1.

Wilkes, like all teams, has seaonal goals, but I hope they are focusing on one thing.. and that is winning their opener, then they can worry about week 2 etc.

[FearTheRam]

The jury is still out on the Aggies QB situation. While that may seem a bad situation to some, it's to be expected. You don't easily replace a #9. However, the O has some very good looking backs in the returner Sheffield and a frosh who will add some outside speed for the Aggies. The D looks better than last year, if you can believe that. Having Mancuso back really strengthens an already outstanding group of DB's. The LB's are looking faster and just as strong as last year and of course the D-line with Silver presents a lot of difficulty for opposing O lines.

All and all this is still a great team and will be tough to put points on the board against.

[HANGTIME]

Saturday was an enlightening experience watching DVC scrimmage Ursinus. The Aggie "D" hasnt lost a step and like Faer The Ram posted, they may even be better than last year.  On the other hand the "O" line appeared to be a bit confused at times with a lot of holes.  As for the QB situation I still am not sure it there is a go to guy yet but I am sure it will be figured out soon.

uPBRmeASAP...missed  you at tailgate, you missed a good breakfast!!!  Also saw the new field and it looks great.  I am sure there is a reason why they have changed the 1st game to FDU, Madison but thought the field would be ready...Artificial turf was my thought but what do I know??


GO AGGIES!!!

[MOJO]

Wow,
Offensively does not sound like the DVC O's of recent vintage.  I say this for a team that most in the MAC speculate is gonna threepeat.  Will be interesting what they will put together offensively before the first game.  Keep in mind Ursinus is not rated very high in the Cent. Conference.  Those picking Wilkes as the conf. champ might be on to something.  Well in short, that's why they play the games!  Good luck to all.  Go Dutchmen and Go Warriors!

[FearTheRam]

did someone expect this to be the same O? Of course it won't be the same. You lose a QB like Knobloch and you just don't fill those shoes in one year. The fact is the O has to be efficient and keep the turnovers to a minimum. This defense was tough to score on last year and if you can't put it in the endzone you can't beat the Aggies.

But if all the MAC teams want to think the Aggies reign is done, let them. DVC doesn't mind being the underdog.

[MACguy]

deleware valley has been a tough, tough team the last 3 years... however, the thing they are searching for, wilkes already has, the qb is the biggest reason i would choose wilkes over del val... not saying that who they have now won't be good... its just the experience... and the defense, deleware valley has a solid defense, a great lineman and great dbacks and im sure there are other good players in the mix, but then again... check out wilkes'.... best linebacker in the conference, and a pre-season all american, who is a junior, and the other 10 starters are seniors, once again... the experience... no matter what the papers say, it will be a great game and whoever wins is likely on their way to the mac title... best of luck to both... anyone agree or disagree?

[PBR...]

>>>10 starters are seniors, once again... the experience<<<    by your analysis then dvc with 18 returning starters dvc should win everything based on their experience.     fyi dvc also has a junior lb who is pretty good ...enough that d3football.com has him second team preseason all american. oh and dont forget the dvc wr marshall who d3football.com has second team preseason all american as well. imho the only question mark dvc has is at qb. their rb's replacing cook are very good. they had added some outside speed as well. as i and other people have stated we believe the main thing we need this year is the qb not to lose the game for us. our defense and kicking game will be strong. As will our running game we just need our qb to get game experience and not turn the ball over.