Poll: Who will be QB2 this fall?
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Hill could have the agility of Vick and it would not matter as he has no pocket awareness and a slow release
Yes, he does. But it's a smaller number than it was a couple of years ago...and it's not trending in the right direction.
I hope to never see Hill play QB again.
If Hill is the first one to take the snaps in September, Kirk has officially lost it.
Unfortunately I wouldn't put it completely past him, given history.
Unfortunately I wouldn't put it completely past him, given history.
Honest question. Not a flame or anything, I promise.
Are you sure that was Brian picking him? I don't think it was all him. I actually think Budmary had his prints on that since we brought him in. KF has also done this several times where he is very reluctant to make a change. Hill was a literal detriment to the offense and he stuck with him the whole rest of the season.
One thing Kirk will never do is start a TR freshman. The conversation that determined Deuce was going to transfer illustrated that.
If anyone can choose the worst QB I have ever seen over a QB who has played in the CFP, it’s KF…
All things being equal I'd like to see another QB transfer in after spring ball - the trick is that Iowa is ~ 7?8? over the scholarship limit currently, so that will likely play a factor.
Do expect to see a wave of transfers after spring ends and everyone sees where they are.
Based on who's opinion?
... or should I ask on who's stubborn-won't-change-my-ways opinion?
Is nobody else thinking they’re going to be even more pissed when watching the Hawks this fall than we were last year?
I think Iowa recruits a QB every season. Last year, we had two portal QB's as #1 & #2.
None of their recent recruits even played a down until the last two minutes of the Citrus Bowl.
If these recruits are unable to beat Hill and/or Kirk does not feel they are B10 caliber players, why were they recruited?
None of their recent recruits even played a down until the last two minutes of the Citrus Bowl.
If these recruits are unable to beat Hill and/or Kirk does not feel they are B10 caliber players, why were they recruited?
They could be head and shoulders above Hill yet not play, due to the simple fact KF does not play true freshman QBs. That is the one thing I can say confidently had not changed much if at all over 25 years.
I have no idea with this staff. But Deacon Hill shouldn't even be on scholarship.
I believe you are 100% correct with your statement. At the same time miraculously somehow Deacon Hill learned the offense in one year too. He was just older as well!
Yeah...not sure how much of the offense he or even McNamara actually grasped going into Week 1. It's been pointed out that the two of them hardly if ever audibled, that seems significant to me. I think we can all agree that whatever offense they run next season, it is in dire need of being simplified.
I believe B
Lester I hope will be given the choice on the better QB
I believe Brian was making the final decision, but you could be right on Budmeyer inputing since he was hired to consult. Im my opinion Lester not being Kirks son so with his hire he will have a different thought on things.
Lester I hope will be given the choice on the better QB
Exactly.
Honestly, at this point, Lainez would be who I start simply to get going with what appears to be our future QB. McNamara is fine but one season as opposed to the next three. Let's get it going with Lainez now. It'll be McNamara starting though and I'm fine with that too under the condition that if he can't cut it, play Lainez. KF won't do that. In no way shape or form should Hill play for us again and he most certainly shouldn't be our QB2. He's worse than Petras and I can't remember ever having watched a worse QB than him...until I saw Hill play.
For KF - QB2 is Hill and he's very close to being the ideal #1.
It's crazy stuff. I don't even think Hill should be an FBS player at this point, yet, he's apparently not only a legitimate option as a QB2, he deserves a shot at competing for the starting role according to our coach.
I can only hope it's Lainez. With Lester's success and history as a QB, we can only pray that he 1. works with Marco and improve his passing game and 2. recognizes that Deacon just isn't it. We cannot trot Deacon out there week 1 if Cade isn't ready to go. Marco gels so much more with Lester's RPO scheme. And Deacon gave up so many points throughout his time as QB, we just can't tolerate that kind of play if we want to improve as an offense.
After watching a video of Lester breaking down the offense, I don't think it will be. In fact it may be more complicated.
The thing we don't see really is how the QB (and the OL and WR's) is able to read the defense and make the correct call. Hill obviously wasn't very good at it, but he might have been better than Marco.
I think the only QB's in contention for playing time are the one's that will be here for spring ball.
I wouldn't mind this at all. Yeah, I'm sure the #1 will be McNamara, and I'm fine with that, but he needs to be healthy. If he's hobbling around out there again, and not very effective, then get Marco on the field and look to the future.
Kirk Ferentz has always prioritized practice achievement and ability to follow the script when it comes to deciding who plays on Saturdays.
Whoever Kirk Ferentz feels the most comfortable with using these criteria will be QB1.
Whoever Kirk Ferentz feels the most comfortable with using these criteria will be QB1.
Who the #2 QB will be (McNamara will be #1) will depend on whether Kirk or Lester makes the decision. If it's Kirk....it will be Hill. If it's Lester, it will be someone else.
Talking about ball control and time of possession here is something to think about.......Start at the 25 yard line and get a couple of First downs to the 50.
Several minutes come off the clock compared to a 3 & out then punt scenario. Ball is on the 50 yard line run a few more runs to have ball control and then throw a 20 yard pass interception to the 30 yard line. What's the difference between 3 & out Punt or an interception after several first downs? Food for thought?
Several minutes come off the clock compared to a 3 & out then punt scenario. Ball is on the 50 yard line run a few more runs to have ball control and then throw a 20 yard pass interception to the 30 yard line. What's the difference between 3 & out Punt or an interception after several first downs? Food for thought?
If Lester is shown a Hill highlight video, he would have to assume it was a blooper film.
Welp, If our new OC has any balls he will pick a QB that can bring more opportunities for success vs Hill. I think we can all agree this experiment around Hill improving should be relegated back to the practice field at best.
I have never heard that quoted so I don't know for sure if what you say is true or not.
Are you that close to Kirk or OC in previous staffs? I would think he would make the choice based on the opinions of the offensive coaches suggestions. But again I am not there to listen to the commentary. Unless you are one of the coaches?
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