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QB competition so far.

Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:00 pm
Posted by PGuy_77
Baton Rouge
Member since Dec 2013
194 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:00 pm
After three spring practices so far it is very easy to identify the tool sets of each three of the potential starting quarterbacks for next season. So far Anthony Jennings is taking the first rep, followed by Brandon Harris and then Hayden Rettig. Here's my take thus far on each.

Anthony Jennings- He seems the most comfortable running the offense. His footwork is good and he is the most muscular. He throws with good zip, however he is the least accurate of the three. on his deep balls he has overthrown receivers by 5-10 yards at least half the time. He has struggled with touch passes (where air is put under it allowing the receiver to run under it), which means he will struggle to throw touchdown passes on fade routes. He probably possesses the best knowledge of the offense.
He seemed to be affected the most of the three by the wind.

Brandon Harris- Hands down the most interesting contender. Harris has the strongest arm, throws with the most zip, throws a beautiful deep ball and has nice touch on fade routes. His release is elite, He will be able to get balls to receivers really fast. Overall he has the best arm on the team. Physically he is thin and a bit lanky; he will need to bulk up. he has struggled with the cadence and handing the ball off. As many taller quarterbacks do, he leans too much during his drop back. Overall he seems the most talented but very raw, assuming Cam Cameron does a nice job polishing his technique he will be a good one.

Hayden Rettig- Last year he was too thin and just was not ready to compete physically. he has bulked up significantly. He likely possesses the most accurate arm on the team and is very good throwing short to mid range passes. he also possesses good touch. His deep throws tend to be wobbly, under thrown and have a lot of hang time; thats a combination for a lot of INT's. He seems to have really good technique.

Thanks for reading guys. Let me know if you enjoyed this!

Posted by lsu2006
BR
Member since Feb 2004
39980 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:02 pm to
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After three spring practices so far it is very easy to identify the tool sets of each three of the potential starting quarterbacks for next season

No. No it isn't. Stop.
Posted by PurpleAndGold86
Member since Jun 2012
11036 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:05 pm to
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No. No it isn't. Stop.

You don't think it is possible to tell what tools a players has after watching a few practices?

He didn't say it is obvious who has the most talent and who will start.

I think it is pretty easy to watch and be able to tell who has the strongest arm or who is the fastest runner.
Posted by Adam Banks
District 5
Member since Sep 2009
31836 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:06 pm to
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who is the fastest runner.


Has there been any tape whatsoever of them running?
Posted by PurpleAndGold86
Member since Jun 2012
11036 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:07 pm to
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Has there been any tape whatsoever of them running?

Not sure I said there was. If someone was at practice I'm pretty sure they would see them run.
Posted by Larry
Collierville, TN
Member since Jul 2004
5454 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:08 pm to
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he is the least accurate of the three


Is there a more important attribute for a QB?

If there isn't than it's your opinion that Rettig should start
Posted by CaptainColeSlaw
Baton Rouge, LA
Member since May 2013
687 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:09 pm to
Pretty good analysis. I agree, Harris is the most talented on the team. It will just take time for him to bulk up and have a better grasp of the offense. We will see.

Posted by PurpleAndGold86
Member since Jun 2012
11036 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:09 pm to
Good information. Looking forward to watching these three compete for the starting job. Of course, the best QB is going to be the second stringer.
Posted by TigersforEver
Alexandria, LA
Member since Aug 2008
1930 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:09 pm to
I really hope Rettig moves up the depth chart. I am really intrigued by his potential in this offense.
Posted by PGuy_77
Baton Rouge
Member since Dec 2013
194 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:11 pm to
Yes, the competition is very tight and would be unintelligent to say I know who the best is. I'm just reporting what I have seen on their skill sets so far.

So yes, being able to recognize what tools they have is relatively easy for me.
Posted by PGuy_77
Baton Rouge
Member since Dec 2013
194 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:14 pm to
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Has there been any tape whatsoever of them running?


Only running I've seen is play-action and previous film. From what I gather Jennings is the quickest whereas Harris has the best top-speed. Very close between the two.
This post was edited on 3/13/14 at 2:46 pm
Posted by tigerfoot
Alexandria
Member since Sep 2006
56251 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:14 pm to
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Is there a more important attribute for a QB?


yes
Posted by RedTigerRulz
BFE
Member since Oct 2013
15317 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:15 pm to
Dam I hate QB controversy...If only Mett had one more year!!!!!


This crap will have everyone chirping between now and Houston for UW.

Posted by Cmlsu5618
Destin, FL
Member since Sep 2010
3763 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:15 pm to
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Harris has the strongest arm, throws with the most zip, throws a beautiful deep ball and has nice touch on fade routes. His release is elite, He will be able to get balls to receivers really fast. Overall he has the best arm on the team


FAP FAP FAP
Posted by lsu5803tiger
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Member since Feb 2006
1625 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:16 pm to
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Only running I've seen is play-action and previous film. From what i gather Jennings is the quickest whereas Harris has the best top-speed. Very close between the two.


Are you going by seeing them live(attending scrimmage) or practice footage off the net?
Posted by PGuy_77
Baton Rouge
Member since Dec 2013
194 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:17 pm to
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s there a more important attribute for a QB?

If there isn't than it's your opinion that Rettig should start



It is crucial, however there are so many elements that make a good QB. I would argue decision making and quick delivery are more important.
This post was edited on 3/13/14 at 2:47 pm
Posted by PurpleAndGold86
Member since Jun 2012
11036 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:19 pm to
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however there are so many elements that make a good QB

Agree. You can't pinpoint one attribute when you are dealing with multiple QBs that each have a different skillset. Gotta look at the entire package together.
Posted by OceanMan
Member since Mar 2010
20013 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:21 pm to
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Is there a more important attribute for a QB?


I can throw a ball through a tire hanging from a tree from 20 yards out 8/10 times, but you don't want me as the starting QB at LSU.
Posted by lsu2006
BR
Member since Feb 2004
39980 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:22 pm to
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I can throw a ball through a tire hanging from a tree from 20 yards out 8/10 times, but you don't want me as the starting QB at LSU.

Exactly. Can you avoid the pass rush? How is your awareness in the pocket? Can you read a defense?
Posted by PurpleAndGold86
Member since Jun 2012
11036 posts
Posted on 3/13/14 at 1:24 pm to
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I can throw a ball through a tire hanging from a tree from 20 yards out 8/10 times, but you don't want me as the starting QB at LSU.

I agree with you in principle, but I'm calling bullshite on your ability
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