It seems like we have a number of portal needs (QB, WR, OL?, DL, LB, DB) this offseason. For those that know, how does our available 'bag' directionally stack up vs. the rest of the league? Top half?
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It seems like we have a number of portal needs (QB, WR, OL?, DL, LB, DB) this offseason. For those that know, how does our available 'bag' directionally stack up vs. the rest of the league? Top half?
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Wouldn’t he be more of a Hank Beatty replacement?
illinidarrin
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well, he did have over 800 yards receiving as a freshman. I think he has a chance to be very good.
Former recruiting target Jamel Howard of Wisconsin is in the portal. I keep hoping Jyaire Hill of Michigan will also jump in.
Illini in Italy
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I’d actually prefer that the CBA be settled, then play the contract, just like the pros. No transfers, even if the coach gets fired or leaves for greener pastures. The NFL is successful managing the process, no reason the new professional league can’t do it, and this is now a professional league, albeit with few or no rules yet.
Allegedly, a lot more.
That'd be too much, especially with the receivers we have returning. Hank had 70 catches for 864 yards. Diaz had 811 yards in the Southland Conf.
Very possibly he can be that guy down the road, but for next year, I'd expect around 400-500 (which would be awesome) as opposed to 800.
Dixon and Clement will undoubtedly be the alphas.
IMO yes. Excellent fit for us.
Curt Neal entering the portal…
Shief
- Champaign Area
Did he just say the quiet part out loud? The SEC can no longer dominate because everyone can pay players, and payments are now above board.
I meant the position Hank played, but I would take all the production too.
jmwillini
- Tolono, IL
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For perspective, TAMU kickers were only 61% on the season, 16 for 26 overall whereas Olano was 87%, 20 for 23. That would be an incredible upgrade for them. And they also have a coach with a willingness to kick 50 yarders. If you have the money, getting that big of an upgrade at a position of need for a team that is a title contender has additional value.
I don’t think it’s the quiet part anymore. Ed Orgeron was asked what’s the difference between coaching pre NIL and post NIL. He said pre NIL I carried the money to the back door. Post NIL I carry the money to the front door.
I mean not to say he wasn't a accurate kicker here.the kick your referring to was only a 22-23 yard kick if i remember correctly its not like it was a 50+ yard kick or further.it sucks hes leaving but I trust in Bert
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sometimes it's about more than money.
assuming our offer is competitive, we'll usually have a decent shot
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