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LSU’s Shepard sees progress
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:33 am
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:33 am
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Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:36 am to 2007lsuno1
“The guys in this state that play for this school, it just seems that they care more,”
Not sure this is the best way to put it, Miles.
Not sure this is the best way to put it, Miles.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:41 am to Brageous
I have learned to not get my hopes up about Shepard. He seems like a great teammate and person, but every week I think "this is the week he finally turns it on"--then nothing. I'll just keep my expectations low (3 catches for 23 yards; 2 carries for 15 yards) and hopefully he exceeds them.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:43 am to Tigerpaul1969
I would agree with you, but those two catches were pretty nice last week. I actually believe that he may be finally turning the corner at the position. We should use him as a burner every now and then down the field like a Devery just to keep the safeties back some. IDK just brainstorming here.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:44 am to Brageous
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I would agree with you, but those two catches were pretty nice last week. I actually believe that he may be finally turning the corner at the position.
This. Plus you have to consider that last week was only his second game this season. He's still getting in the swing of things.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:44 am to Brageous
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Not sure this is the best way to put it, Miles.
He's prob aiming those comments at Collins.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:46 am to 2007lsuno1
progress yet to be seen. Hopefully our "scrimmage" against FL will help him break out
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:48 am to Camp Randall
No, I know. He did look pretty good. When you only complete 8 passes, I guess you need to keep your expectations in perspective. I just always thought he would be one of those special special players that you expect a big play out of every time they touch the ball. I remember going to the Vandy game at TS in 2009 when he was a true freshman, and he got really his first meaningful touches of his career in that game. Every time he touched the ball, the stadium was a little bit hushed and the energy level went up. We were all waiting for it.
I'm pulling for him, of course, because he's very likable.
I'm pulling for him, of course, because he's very likable.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:48 am to GEAUXLSUFAN401
Will he ever throw a pass?!?! (WR/RB Pass) We all know he's never playing QB.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:49 am to GEAUXLSUFAN401
Scrimmage? The Florida Gators? Don't know if I would go that far bud. Just sayin'.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:50 am to 2007lsuno1
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Scrimmage? The Florida Gators? Don't know if I would go that far bud. Just sayin'.
No kidding. One of the sports web sites had us picked to win by 4 TDs or more. That really worries me. I'll be happy with a win. Period.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:53 am to Tigerpaul1969
No doubt. I really think LSU get the win, but a tough fought win. This is the SEC. And the Gators have got a chip on their shoulders. It's been a long time since someone went in to the Swamp and dominated like Bama did on a national stage. We will get victory, but it will be 4 solid quarters, you can bet on it.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:53 am to 2007lsuno1
quote:Way too much 1st person usage indicating a lack of team mentality, from what I have been told. More evidence of the team division, I guess. It is apparent which "camp" he joined.
“But I’ll make some grabs throughout this year. I’m playing better. I look better. I look more natural at the position. I’m making catches that I never would have made last year or the year before. I’m definitely seeing some progress. I just need to keep building off the success I’m having kind of early and keep getting better.”
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:55 am to Tigerpaul1969
Florida is no push over, neither is Tennessee, or Auburn....Alabama is still a long way away. I wish people would stop focusing on Nov. 5th and just get hyped for the big game that's right in front of them.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:55 am to Brageous
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those two catches were pretty nice last week.
very true. probably wouldn't have made those catches last year. As he says himself, though, he's gotta be more consistent.
As far as his running, though, it's hard to be too disappointed. If you only get the ball 1-2 times a game, not very much chance to excel.
Having him run "go" routes is a good idea on paper, but I'm not sure he does that well catching that route. I would like to see the Tigers get him the ball just a bit more because I think his speed and elusiveness are dangerous and would give defenses something to think about. But I think if he's gonna get the ball more, it'd probably be best to have it be via hand-off, pitch, or screen.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:57 am to TigerWoody
No offense, but I didn't read it like that at all. I have always been impressed with RS and think he always speaks well and is a team player. Think you may reconsider those comments.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 11:58 am to Hugo Stiglitz
quote:Same here. My game prep is scattered and lacking focus for looking to Nov 5. I allowed one of my favorite bourbons to run dry and I am down to 4 beers and 1/2 growler on the eve of the FL game. Usually that shite is stocked no later than Wednesday. I am going to get my arse kicked tomorrow.
I wish people would stop focusing on Nov. 5th and just get hyped for the big game that's right in front of them.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 12:04 pm to TigerWoody
Those catches he made vs Kentucky were pretty unreal. He also made a tough catch vs WVU. I feel like his catching has improved dramatically. The real thing he needs to improve upon is adjusting to the ball. He did that vs Kentucky a little better as compared to WVU.
Posted on 10/7/11 at 12:05 pm to south bama tiger
God forbid the results of hitting him in stride!
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Posted on 10/7/11 at 12:08 pm to south bama tiger
I like that the improvement in his routes, catches, technique, etc are noticeably better, yet he is still pushing himself hard. I don't recall him previously going up as high in traffic as he did last week. He seems to be laying it out there now more than before, also. When I think about it, that is noticeable across the entire team more than the past couple of years.
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