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[Pat Coleman]

I'll bet that transfer made Paul Gulling smile.

I wonder why a receiver would want to transfer to Mount when we have such a question mark at QB? May be he is a QB too and wants to compete for the starting job, it seemed to work out last year!
Is there a rule in D3 that requires him to sit out a year?

No, just like Pierre Garcon didn't sit out. There are some conferences where there are rules about transfers within the conference but nothing Division III-wide.

[Dr. Acula]

I'll bet that transfer made Paul Gulling smile.

I wonder why a receiver would want to transfer to Mount when we have such a question mark at QB? May be he is a QB too and wants to compete for the starting job, it seemed to work out last year!
Is there a rule in D3 that requires him to sit out a year?

FDU-Florham is going to have a new QB as well.  My hunch it's safe to bet on Mount coming out on top in that area.  History tells us that's pretty much a certainty.  My money would be more on him viewing Mount as a chance to win a title and, if he's good enough, to at least get a look from pro scouts.  Namdar just added another link in that chain.  If you're good enough, you'll get a chance.  That's true anywhere, but especially as a WR from Mount.

[joelmama]

I'll bet that transfer made Paul Gulling smile.

I wonder why a receiver would want to transfer to Mount when we have such a question mark at QB? May be he is a QB too and wants to compete for the starting job, it seemed to work out last year!
Is there a rule in D3 that requires him to sit out a year?

When was the last time a Mount Union Quarterback was not in the top 1/3 of D3 QB's?  Probably Ed Warinner in 1982 or 83
The last time the Mount Quarter back wasn't in the top 10-15% is almost as long.
I think it shows he has confidence in himself.  It is not easy to pick up and move 500 miles away and drop in on a program like Mount Union.

[raiderguy]

I'll bet that transfer made Paul Gulling smile.

I wonder why a receiver would want to transfer to Mount when we have such a question mark at QB? May be he is a QB too and wants to compete for the starting job, it seemed to work out last year!
Is there a rule in D3 that requires him to sit out a year?

When was the last time a Mount Union Quarterback was not in the top 1/3 of D3 QB's?  Probably Ed Warinner in 1982 or 83
The last time the Mount Quarter back wasn't in the top 10-15% is almost as long.
I think it shows he has confidence in himself.  It is not easy to pick up and move 500 miles away and drop in on a program like Mount Union.

And you see where that got Ed......OC for The Ohio State University.

[Desertraider]

I'll bet that transfer made Paul Gulling smile.

I wonder why a receiver would want to transfer to Mount when we have such a question mark at QB? May be he is a QB too and wants to compete for the starting job, it seemed to work out last year!
Is there a rule in D3 that requires him to sit out a year?

When was the last time a Mount Union Quarterback was not in the top 1/3 of D3 QB's?  Probably Ed Warinner in 1982 or 83
The last time the Mount Quarter back wasn't in the top 10-15% is almost as long.
I think it shows he has confidence in himself.  It is not easy to pick up and move 500 miles away and drop in on a program like Mount Union.

And you see where that got Ed......OC for The Ohio State University.

I know, the second best football team in Ohio. Too bad he couldn't latch on with THE University of Mount Union. Oh well. 

[Dr. Acula]

I'll bet that transfer made Paul Gulling smile.

I wonder why a receiver would want to transfer to Mount when we have such a question mark at QB? May be he is a QB too and wants to compete for the starting job, it seemed to work out last year!
Is there a rule in D3 that requires him to sit out a year?

When was the last time a Mount Union Quarterback was not in the top 1/3 of D3 QB's?  Probably Ed Warinner in 1982 or 83
The last time the Mount Quarter back wasn't in the top 10-15% is almost as long.
I think it shows he has confidence in himself.  It is not easy to pick up and move 500 miles away and drop in on a program like Mount Union.

I looked it up on NCAA.org and found that Piloto, who had a low efficiency number by Mount's standards (149.4), was still 18th in D3 in 2011.  So I think it's safe to say they're easily top 10% every year because that was the lowest passing efficiency of any starting QB I could find on Mount's site. 

For reference, here are the last 15 starting QB's national ranks in passing efficiency:

2015:  Scott, #3
2014:  Burke, #2
2013:  Burke, #2
2012:  Burke, #1
2011:  Piloto, #18
2010:  Seaman, #13
2009:  Rocco, #1
2008:  Micheli, #1
2007:  Micheli, #2
2006:  Jorris/Micheli didn't have enough pass att to qualify.  Their passing efficiency would have ranked Jorris #6 and Micheli #1 though.
2005:  Jorris, #5
2004:  Bruney, #2
2003:  Bruney, #1
2002:  Adamsom, #2
2001:  Adamson, #3

[Desertraider]

So I think it is safe to say that Mount gets pretty decent play from the QB spot. That is an impressive list. Kudos

[joelmama]

I'll bet that transfer made Paul Gulling smile.

I wonder why a receiver would want to transfer to Mount when we have such a question mark at QB? May be he is a QB too and wants to compete for the starting job, it seemed to work out last year!
Is there a rule in D3 that requires him to sit out a year?

When was the last time a Mount Union Quarterback was not in the top 1/3 of D3 QB's?  Probably Ed Warinner in 1982 or 83
The last time the Mount Quarter back wasn't in the top 10-15% is almost as long.
I think it shows he has confidence in himself.  It is not easy to pick up and move 500 miles away and drop in on a program like Mount Union.

I looked it up on NCAA.org and found that Piloto, who had a low efficiency number by Mount's standards (149.4), was still 18th in D3 in 2011.  So I think it's safe to say they're easily top 10% every year because that was the lowest passing efficiency of any starting QB I could find on Mount's site. 

For reference, here are the last 15 starting QB's national ranks in passing efficiency:

2015:  Scott, #3
2014:  Burke, #2
2013:  Burke, #2
2012:  Burke, #1
2011:  Piloto, #18
2010:  Seaman, #13
2009:  Rocco, #1
2008:  Micheli, #1
2007:  Micheli, #2
2006:  Jorris/Micheli didn't have enough pass att to qualify.  Their passing efficiency would have ranked Jorris #6 and Micheli #1 though.
2005:  Jorris, #5
2004:  Bruney, #2
2003:  Bruney, #1
2002:  Adamsom, #2
2001:  Adamson, #3

Nice work Doc.  I think it is pretty safe to say at least back to the late 8 's my statement is correct.  Didn't mean a hit of Ed W.  he is a friend.

[raiderguy]

So I think it is safe to say that Mount gets pretty decent play from the QB spot. That is an impressive list. Kudos

Must be they have a coach that knows a thing or two about the QB position?

[Desertraider]

So I think it is safe to say that Mount gets pretty decent play from the QB spot. That is an impressive list. Kudos

Must be they have a coach that knows a thing or two about the QB position?

No that can't be it. Must be all those D1 transfers Mount gets. 

[bceagle80]

I definitely agree.  This year is going to be very, very interesting.  Quick thoughts off the top of my head:

The biggest question is QB.  There isn't a guy on campus that's taken a meaningful snap.  Peyakov and Lowry at least have taken varsity snaps, albeit mop up ones.  Poorman is intriguing as an early enrollee.  In reality we know basically nothing about any of them or Klaver or any other QB that may emerge.  The only thing we know is that Mount always has talent at QB so the starter will have won quite a battle to get there.   

They will be deep at WR, but will they have a #1?  They return all of their WR's except Namdar.  And Jared Ruth is also back on the spring roster.

How will they replace Nemeth's size/physicality?  Mitchell and Johnson will carry the load, but I think we all liked having that bigger back come playoff time.

The D is going to be essentially a complete overhaul.  I don't recall a season where they lost so many starters recently.  I think the only guys back who have started are Deerr, Stewart and Vidal.  The biggest issue IMO is replacing the D line production.  Lally, Furda, Alarms played so well last year.  The other thing is that the 2015 squad had so much experience.   

Dr. Acula,

I have been off the boards for awhile. You raise many good points on the Raiders this fall. This year's team will take longer to find the right combinations of key players  as in prior years and the development of talent. My guess is that by game 3 or 4, Luke Poorman will win the nod at QB. He has the talent, but needs time to learn the offense. At the same time the Raiders will need that Nemeth type running back. While the O line has some key guys back, my greater concern is the D line with all the graduated starters. There are certainly a lot of questions this fall.

I agree that there is a lot of work to do but Mount Union always seems to rise to the challenge. I think there are many guys working out at Mount over the Summer with a focus of coming back in bigger, faster and stronger. The O-line will be ready and the D-line will have guys step up. I won't make a prediction on how many points they allow per game but I think a lot of guys will be ready for their chance to play and excel. Go for it, Purple Raiders!!

[Dr. Acula]

I think on the D line you will see guys like Vidal and Elijah Berry develop into All-OAC caliber guys as juniors this year.  Vidal started and was HM All-OAC last year.  I thought Berry looked good rotating in.  He looked quick for a 250 pounder.  Plus guys like Breyer and Grant are back as well.  The one thing that I wouldn't be surprised to see is not a lot of seniors on the D line.  My guess is it's more So/Jr dominated.

I actually think the O line will end up being a strength.  Doraty is one of the best centers in D3 and both starting tackles are back as well.  The line and their veteran RB's should hopefully let the new QB ease into the role a little bit.

[Dr. Acula]

On an unrelated note, are there any thoughts on how Berg is going to do in the post-Hallett era?  They definitely took a step back post Brooks/Dye/Mees.  Understandable.  Now I believe Lacey is gone too.

[Desertraider]

On an unrelated note, are there any thoughts on how Berg is going to do in the post-Hallett era?  They definitely took a step back post Brooks/Dye/Mees.  Understandable.  Now I believe Lacey is gone too.

As much as I hate to say (and I do hate to say it) I think Bergs fall is fast and mighty. They have some talent left over on the field from a good team last year, but the absence on the sidelines will be the deciding factor. I have them at 4-6 or 3-7. I just think that part of Berg's rise was Hallett's ability to get more out of players.

[Desertraider]

And yes - I think Berg was a good 5-5 team. They had leads in 3 of the 5 losses in the 4th quarter but couldn't close out.