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I think I was wrong about Anthony Jennings.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 10:46 pm
Posted on 9/1/14 at 10:46 pm
I might have jumped the gun a little in judging Jennings ability to play quarterback for LSU. I guess my assumptions were based on the Iowa game last year. After watching the Wisconsin game again today, I think the coaches held him back a lot in the Iowa game.
On Saturday night he was very accurate with the majority of his throws. Yes, he doesn't throw the screen well, but beyond that his throws were very good passes.
I assumed after the Iowa game that he was going to be just like Jordan Jefferson. What I saw was that JJ only threw the ball when the receiver was open. I saw Jennings performance against Iowa and it looked like he was doing the same as JJ. But against Iowa, he was throwing to where the receiver was going, not to where he is at that moment.
In my mind, what makes a good QB, is his ability to anticipate when a receiver will be open. Mettenberger was tremendous at "throwing receivers open". Jennings showed that same attribute against Wisconsin. There was one throw in the third quarter where he hit Dural in stride across the middle for a big gain. Jennings threw a tight spiral, and it was delivered in such a way that Dural didn't have to break stride
He throws a great ball, very tight spiral which makes it easier to catch the ball. His throwing motion reminds me of Warren Moons throwing motion. He's very accurate with the long ball, which helps take defenders away from the line of scrimmage.
I'm excited about what he brings to the table. I know it was just one game, but his performance gives me hope that we won't have to re-live 2008.
On Saturday night he was very accurate with the majority of his throws. Yes, he doesn't throw the screen well, but beyond that his throws were very good passes.
I assumed after the Iowa game that he was going to be just like Jordan Jefferson. What I saw was that JJ only threw the ball when the receiver was open. I saw Jennings performance against Iowa and it looked like he was doing the same as JJ. But against Iowa, he was throwing to where the receiver was going, not to where he is at that moment.
In my mind, what makes a good QB, is his ability to anticipate when a receiver will be open. Mettenberger was tremendous at "throwing receivers open". Jennings showed that same attribute against Wisconsin. There was one throw in the third quarter where he hit Dural in stride across the middle for a big gain. Jennings threw a tight spiral, and it was delivered in such a way that Dural didn't have to break stride
He throws a great ball, very tight spiral which makes it easier to catch the ball. His throwing motion reminds me of Warren Moons throwing motion. He's very accurate with the long ball, which helps take defenders away from the line of scrimmage.
I'm excited about what he brings to the table. I know it was just one game, but his performance gives me hope that we won't have to re-live 2008.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 10:49 pm to inebr8ted tiger
quote:and this very correctable with practice and reps...I like his quick release, no waisted motion.
Yes, he doesn't throw the screen well, but beyond that his throws were very good passes.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 10:50 pm to inebr8ted tiger
The fact that you had already made up your mind about him after only making 1 start was kinda silly. At least you apparently realize that though.
This post was edited on 9/1/14 at 10:51 pm
Posted on 9/1/14 at 10:51 pm to inebr8ted tiger
Also, he is accurate on the run too...big plus.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 10:51 pm to inebr8ted tiger
tried to tell you guys
Posted on 9/1/14 at 10:53 pm to inebr8ted tiger
It also helped that the play calling was much better. They trusted him more he looked like a completely different QB from the middle of the third on. I am proud of how a young team handled being down in that game. I think the future is bright for this young team
Posted on 9/1/14 at 10:56 pm to inebr8ted tiger
They have to try to give him some easy throws to get into a rhythm. He was 7/19 in the bowl, 9/17 in the spring game, and 9/21 vs wisconsin. He has to improve those numbers amd hopefully it'll come with more games under his belt.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 11:04 pm to inebr8ted tiger
I think the coaching staff needs to throw their hats in 100% on Jennings and let them know they have complete confidence in him. Let Harris know he is the future of the program but right now it's Jenning's team.
Harris will be an absolute stud but it isn't his time and he needs the game to slow down for him. The physical tools are there. Let him fill out a little more and he honestly could be battling LF as the 2016-2017 Heisman candidate LSU has representing the team in NY. But it's AJ's squad.
Harris will be an absolute stud but it isn't his time and he needs the game to slow down for him. The physical tools are there. Let him fill out a little more and he honestly could be battling LF as the 2016-2017 Heisman candidate LSU has representing the team in NY. But it's AJ's squad.
Posted on 9/1/14 at 11:09 pm to inebr8ted tiger
quote:
There was one throw in the third quarter where he hit Dural in stride across the middle for a big gain ...
I watched this throw on DVR today probably 10 times.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 4:32 am to inebr8ted tiger
quote:
might have jumped the gun a little in judging Jennings ability to play quarterback for LSU. I
So two games is when you can effectively judge? Doesnt sound like youve learned from your mistakes
This post was edited on 9/2/14 at 4:33 am
Posted on 9/2/14 at 6:00 am to inebr8ted tiger
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There was one throw in the third quarter where he hit Dural in stride across the middle for a big gain.
I'm pretty sure he was hit as he threw, as well, if it is the same pass I'm thinking about.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 6:12 am to inebr8ted tiger
JJ proved he had a thinking issue, AJ hopefully does not
Posted on 9/2/14 at 6:41 am to inebr8ted tiger
My only disappointment in the game was the offensive line. It should not have taken middle of the third quarter after they lost 2 starting DT's to get going. Factually speaking, their success came against Wisky's second string Dline. Won't work against any other SEC team we play.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 6:44 am to inebr8ted tiger
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I think the coaches held him back a lot in the Iowa game.
no way. unpossible.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 6:56 am to inebr8ted tiger
We're proud of you.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 8:40 am to inebr8ted tiger
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I think the coaches held him back a lot in the Iowa game.
the Iowa plan seemed to be to ease him in to the game by running the bal, then start throwing. they actually gave him a pretty good variety of pass plays during the middle part of the game, he was just really inaccurate that day. he made good decisions, just bad throws.
after the INT, they reined him back in again, and given the way we were playing D/ their offense couldn't move the ball (and his inaccuracy as noted above), I don't blame the coaches for doing so.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 8:43 am to inebr8ted tiger
Even in the iowa game, he wasnt that bad.He looked like he put in some work this offseason
Posted on 9/2/14 at 8:47 am to inebr8ted tiger
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I might have jumped the gun a little in judging Jennings ability to play quarterback for LSU.
Yeah, and the next time he sucks you'll be back to saying the kid should never set foot on the field again.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 9:17 am to inebr8ted tiger
It's what I love about college football, all the athletes are still young and developing. It's why we have such a great football coach who the players love. Les wants his players to be successful in life first and then football 2nd. The football part will happen, but having your head right is most important.
Posted on 9/2/14 at 9:23 am to inebr8ted tiger
I tried to tell y'all after the big scrimmage. Great improvement across the board.
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