New Story KF Presser Takeaways: 3/22

[RossWB]

Not a ton of news, but here were some of the highlights.

* McNamara doing some light practice work, but probably 6-8 weeks away from full go.

* Erick All is a full participant in practice.

* A big NOPE to Cooper DeJean seeing time on offense.

* Cited lack of experience and continuity as major reasons for the OL struggles; hopeful that guys can get plenty of reps this spring and develop that continuity.

* Called Deontae Craig, Xavier Nwankpa "ascending" players and compared Nwankpa's end of season last year to what Cooper did at the end of 2021 before fully busting out in 2022.

* Noted that Koen Entringer (#2 FS) had a good bowl prep and is on the rise.

* Really pleased with Jaziun Patterson and his ability.

* Expecting big things from Jermari Harris who's fully healthy after missing all of 2022 due to injury.

* Essentially no comment on the settlement of the racial discrimination lawsuit or on the performance objectives that Barta inserted into Brian's contract for 2023.

MORE HERE: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/kirk-ferentz-press-conference-news-and-notes-3-22

 

[Auger]

OL comment is interesting given several of those guys were in year 3 or more last year and still struggled.

 

[Franisdaman]

I have never seen us look so fast and explosive.

Thoughts?

 

[Franisdaman]

 

[Hawktagonapus]

I have never seen us look so fast and explosive.

Thoughts?

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Gonna need some pictures for proof

 

[Gonzo Bloor]

Can't wait to see the new wrinkles to this year's offense.

 

[Feldbush]

Can't wait to see the new wrinkles to this year's offense.

 

[CarterHall]

With our offense it's probably more like

 

[BrewHawk]

Can't wait to see the new wrinkles to this year's offense.

Our ancient offense is already covered with wrinkles.

 

[Birky]

I have never seen us look so fast and explosive.

Thoughts?

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There is no way to know this from video. I’m going to need pictures.

 

[DewHawk]

OL comment is interesting given several of those guys were in year 3 or more last year and still struggled.

More KF/BF BS

 

[cmhawks99]

More coach BS….

I fixed it for you!

 

[jonesy5960]

OL comment is interesting given several of those guys were in year 3 or more last year and still struggled.

It's all relative. Some of these guys are on the JBo plan so year 3 is the new year 1.

 

[NevadaHawk]

Can't wait to see the new wrinkles to this year's offense.

I can't wait to see if we can get our OL to block effectively for our offense.

 

[madmustang4]

OL comment is interesting given several of those guys were in year 3 or more last year and still struggled.

This.

 

[texas twister]

CONFIRMED - OL will still suck.

 

[kentadel]

Can't wait to see the new wrinkles to this year's offense.

I think you mistakenly added the s to wrinkle.

 

[squawkinhawk]

So, more pt for Patterson this year? Maybe get that speed out in space and weaponize it a little?

 

[cmhawks99]

CONFIRMED - OL will still suck.

Lots of nastiness in this thread, but funny shit all the same…!!

Until otherwise confirmed, this offense sucks dogsh$&!!

 

[cmhawks99]

So, more pt for Patterson this year? Maybe get that speed out in space and weaponize it a little?

With this said, Kaleb Johnson is crazy fast, not super shifty (but extremely fluid and strong) with great vision!!

Maybe Patterson is “quicker” but not faster?!? I think?

 

[LetsGoHawks83]

I have never seen us look so fast and explosive.

Thoughts?

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I just saw black and gold BLUR on my phone...
Anyone able to pick out any jersey numbers?

 

[squawkinhawk]

With this said, Kaleb Johnson is crazy fast, not super shifty (but extremely fluid and strong) with great vision!!

Maybe Patterson is “quicker” but not faster?!? I think?

Agreed, I am a big Kaleb Johnson fan, but thought it interesting KF mentioned Patterson and wondered how they intend to exploit his talents.

 

[cmhawks99]

Agreed, I am a big Kaleb Johnson fan, but thought it interesting KF mentioned Patterson and wondered how they intend to exploit his talents.

Agreed!!! Very interesting aside for KF, too mention a 3rd string anything!?

 

[eyesofhawk]

Agreed, I am a big Kaleb Johnson fan, but thought it interesting KF mentioned Patterson and wondered how they intend to exploit his talents.

Kaleb, LeShon, and Jaz will all play. Though not very big, I think Jaz is more of a tough inside runner than a gadget-guy in space

 

[IAHUNTER]

Can't wait to see the new wrinkles to this year's offense.

What wrinkle? third down and punt . LOL

 

[IAHUNTER]

OL comment is interesting given several of those guys were in year 3 or more last year and still struggled.

It is funny how other schools can pretty much plug and play with the O line, but at Iowa you have to have a degree

 

[Birky]

With this said, Kaleb Johnson is crazy fast, not super shifty (but extremely fluid and strong) with great vision!!

Maybe Patterson is “quicker” but not faster?!? I think?

Yes, but Johnson has a knack for something very few back have.

He makes very subtle shifts/jukes that waste linebackers. They are almost undetectable sometimes. It gives him the ability to make guys miss without breaking stride.

 

[cmhawks99]

It is funny how other schools can pretty much plug and play with the O line, but at Iowa you have to have a degree

Meh….that’s an exaggeration. Recently we have had issues, but we had better continuity in years past.

 

[coorsoriginal02]

Agreed, I am a big Kaleb Johnson fan, but thought it interesting KF mentioned Patterson and wondered how they intend to exploit his talents.

They have no idea.

 

[coorsoriginal02]

It is funny how other schools can pretty much plug and play with the O line, but at Iowa you have to have a degree

At Iowa, if you’re not in year 4 or 5, the excuse will be either “young” or “inexperienced”

We’re a developmental program after all - Gotta have that everlasting patience.


**Still can’t f*****g believe Brian remains the OC.

 

[cmhawks99]

At Iowa, if you’re not in year 4 or 5, the excuse will be either “young” or “inexperienced”

We’re a developmental program after all - Gotta have that everlasting patience.


**Still can’t f*****g believe Brian remains the OC.

Seriously, why are you an Iowa fan? I get it, the offense blows, but there are plenty of people jealous of our success. I’m not sure I have ever seen you speak even remotely pleasantly about the team!

I definitely wouldn’t follow ANYTHING that irritated me as much as this team irritates you. Time management, life management and just general well being is more important than football bud?!

 

[coorsoriginal02]

Seriously, why are you an Iowa fan? I get it, the offense blows, but there are plenty of people jealous of our success. I’m not sure I have ever seen you speak even remotely pleasantly about the team!

I definitely wouldn’t follow ANYTHING that irritated me as much as this team irritates you. Time management, life management and just general well being is more important than football bud?!

Are you implying I lack these things because I complain about Iowa football’s offense on this website..Bud?

And why am I a fan (as stupid as this question is):

…grew up with Hawkeye wallpaper and lamps in my bedroom. Had posters of Hayden Fry and BJ Armstrong. Dreamed of attending the university, and then graduated from the university. Have a ton of memories and left a couple boat-loads of money in that town.

 

[cmhawks99]

Are you implying I lack these things because I complain about Iowa football’s offense on this website..Bud?

And why am I a fan (as stupid as this question is):

…grew up with Hawkeye wallpaper and lamps in my bedroom. Had posters of Hayden Fry and BJ Armstrong. Dreamed of attending the university, and then graduated from the university. Have a ton of memories and left a couple boat-loads of money in that town.

Well you’ve certainly embraced your fandom & I’ll wager your life in a different fashion than me. I skip things that drive me to that level of frustration!

 

[ghostOfHomer777]

Yes, but Johnson has a knack for something very few back have.

He makes very subtle shifts/jukes that waste linebackers. They are almost undetectable sometimes. It gives him the ability to make guys miss without breaking stride.

It's good to have RBs who offer a change-of-pace from one another.

Were I to describe guys ... I'd say that Johnson is smooth and powerful, Williams is a violent slasher, and Patterson is quick and sudden (but not without power).

 

[Hawk_4shur]

I have never seen us look so fast and explosive.

Thoughts?

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That's simply amazing! Wow! Did you see that one guy catch a pass?

Hawks are gonna be incredible!

😁

 

[Birky]

It's good to have RBs who offer a change-of-pace from one another.

Were I to describe guys ... I'd say that Johnson is smooth and powerful, Williams is a violent slasher, and Patterson is quick and sudden (but not without power).

Ghost, I believe in brevity as a virtue. While you may struggle with that skill , you did an outstanding job in this case.

You nailed it, and I didn’t have to take a lunch break to read it.

 

[ShonnDeereGreene]

My immediate reaction to the Patterson recognition is as much about keeping him satisfied and engaged through spring ball so he doesn’t transfer before fall. We all understand the need for RB3 at Iowa , but it’s gotta be damn hard to keep that many backs happy when one could just as easily transfer elsewhere for more PT.

I could be wrong - just my initially gut reaction. Roster management has to be an absolutely nightmare as a coach with transfer and NIL.