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    RT/RG

    Nelson's a Left Tackle, and will probably never play anywhere else on the line. He is Ersery's heir apparent at the position. I wouldn't be surprised to see Ashton Beers, or even Greg Johnson get some run at Guard as the season goes on, and they gain experience. Cade McConnell is inline to...
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    RT/RG

    There's no doubt that Carroll is a better pass blocker than Lewis. He's also a better run blocker than Lewis. Carroll got a bad rap because he sucked the 1st half of last season in pass protection. He was one of our top guys in pass protection the 2nd half of last season though, and our top guy...
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    RT/RG

    Spot on. We were crappy in run blocking, even the guys who scored highest, and overall we did well in pass protection.
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    RT/RG

    Out of respect for GI I won't repost the exact PFF grades, but will say Ersery graded out the highest of the OL, and was #1 in run blocking & #2 in pass protection, with Carroll right behind him, at #1 in pass protection, and #2 in run blocking. There was a big drop off to Cooper, Boe & Lewis.
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    Game 1 takeaways

    We gave up less than 300 yards, only 10 points, had 3 interceptions, 3 sacks & a critical strip/fumble recovery.
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    Is the Thursday game a 'must win' for the Gophers?

    Yes, it's a must win. Can't go into Chapel Hill with a loss already on our record.
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    Paul Reubens, the actor best known for portraying Pee-wee Herman, died Sunday night after a private bout of cancer. He was 70.

    My favorite moment was after his arrest, when enough time had gone by he was asked to present at some award show as Paul Rubens. When he came on to present, the crowd went nuts cheering, laughing, etc. He stood there patiently until it was finally quiet, and asked "Heard any good jokes lately"? :)
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    Sports parents strike again…

    My daughters just finished their soccer careers, and they played at a high level. In about 8th grade a parent sent me an article about women's soccer scholarships. At that time the average award was about 6k a year. Couple that with there being no real professional...
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    Best Summer Songs

    Was going to post this one myself. Nice call.
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    New Wing Commit: Kristupas Keinys

    I like this signing for all the reasons already mentioned here. He fills an open roster spot, he has some athleticism, etc. From watching video he's clearly a scrappy player, plays weak side defense, passes well, has a nice looking stroke, and handles pretty well for a 6'7" wing. Someone posted...
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    Big Ten’s Best Returning Defensive Backs for 2023 (5. Tyler Nubin, MN)

    Nubin will be drafted higher than Walley, if Walley is drafted. Nubin was projected as a 2nd rounder, but chose to come back. You'd think he'll be 1st, or 2nd round in the next draft. Walley is a good college corner, but does not have the height, length or speed the NFL covets in corners. He may...
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    Tanner’s NFL Journey

    Lack of mobility is certainly near the top of the list, but I'd put lack of arm strength & height in the same tier of Tanner's deficiencies at the NFL level. When you're a short QB, mobility absolutely matters so they can roll you out of the pocket. He does have pretty decent accuracy & touch...
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    Dollar tree buckeye fan

    I bet you're fun at parties.
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    Tanner’s NFL Journey

    The biggest thing Morgan has going for him is that he wasn't drafted. That allowed him to choose a team (Steelers) who have a wide open QB #3 opportunity. It sounds like he's positioned himself to potentially make the active roster. As a guy who's on record as saying he's too short, too immobile...
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    All Things Gophers at North Carolina Road Game Thread (Tips for Flights, Hotels, Bars, Restaurants, Game Tickets & More)

    Hope this helps: - Game time is 2:30pm Minnesota time/3:30 North Carolina time. - Franklin Street is the main drag on campus where there are tons of bars/restaurants. - Tickets are available thru the U. As I understand it (?), the tickets are allocated to season ticket holders based on how...
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    Craig McDonald ...come on down ....

    Yep, we started using the 4-2-5 formation under KIll, because his buddy Gary Patterson was using it successfully at TCU. Remember those trips the Gopher staff took down there to study what they were doing? This was one of the results.
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    Two Transfer CBs Visiting This Weekend

    That's exactly what we got in Elon grad-transfer Tre'Von Jones.
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    Craig McDonald ...come on down ....

    Gotcha. I suppose that's a possibility?
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    Gophers Recruiting CB Avante Dickerson Again Now That He's In Portal

    I'm late to the thread, and didn't know the background of your post. No harm intended. Peace.



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