PlayerRep said:
Ursus1 said:
Knowing one player has a serious back problem (yes they knew) and relying on an NCAA hardship on another without getting at least one drop down was a risky gamble.... that failed.
But they got a JC o-line. Doesn't that count? If a good drop down had become available after they knew these 2 guys were in danger, I assume they would have taken one. I think most drop downs who play spring ball for their FBS teams tend to come available shortly after spring ball and not after school is over for the year.
As I argued on page one of this thread, it was clear Schmaing was in trouble by no later than the beginning of June, probably sooner. It was also known for some time that Poole's back wasn't doing well. So they went out and got a athletic, but light JC transfer - one that has made no impact so far in fall camp (did he even participate this fall because I've nothing about him?).
Seldom do I disagree with you PR, but they should have talked to all their coaching buddies in the FBS and made sure to get a mature transfer tackle that was ready to play and make an impact now. It was a cheap insurance policy that apparently wasn't purchased. Still hoping this is a non-issue, but I have deep concerns about the tackle. I can't wait to be proven wrong...