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How is Arik Gilbert as a blocker?
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:10 am
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:10 am
We all remember the ongoing discussion about John Emery this past season and many theorized that the reason the prized RB recruit could not see the field much early is because he was not as polished of a blocker as the other 3 backs. We also know that one of the things Thad Moss was praised for was his ability to help out as a blocker. Arik was known in HS for his physical stature and his catching and I think we all expect him to start but I do wonder if he is polished enough as a blocker to start immediately.
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Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:11 am to PhillyFan1994
He can do whatever he wants.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:13 am to PhillyFan1994
He didn’t come here to block.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:20 am to PhillyFan1994
The Emery issue was not so much his “polish” as a blocker. It was his understanding of his responsibility on a given play / blocking scheme and when to release into his route.
I am certain he is learning to pick up on his keys and figuring out who is his responsibility, when to break off of the play action fake to pick up a hot blitz, and when to release to be the check down option.
The physical act of the block is easier. The TE has fewer of these decisions to make. Gilbert has plenty of size and strength and by all accounts is a team dude. He will be just fine in the blocking department. Now, expecting a true frosh to be as good as an experienced upper classman is a bit much.
I am certain he is learning to pick up on his keys and figuring out who is his responsibility, when to break off of the play action fake to pick up a hot blitz, and when to release to be the check down option.
The physical act of the block is easier. The TE has fewer of these decisions to make. Gilbert has plenty of size and strength and by all accounts is a team dude. He will be just fine in the blocking department. Now, expecting a true frosh to be as good as an experienced upper classman is a bit much.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:20 am to L S Usetheforce
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He didn’t come here to block.
Im sure John Emery didnt either but apparently his inability to block kept him off the field last season.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:37 am to PhillyFan1994
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his inability to block kept him off the field last season
This was a part of the problem, but he also wasn't better than Curry or TDP with the ball in his hands.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:42 am to L S Usetheforce
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He didn’t come here to block.
Tory Carter will have a big part in this role. Arik Gilbert will have no problem putting his hand in the dirt if it ever came down to it. He's an absolute freak physically.
This post was edited on 1/29/20 at 7:45 am
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:49 am to PhillyFan1994
Most of Gilberts film has him as a wideout so the jury is still out on that.
A lot of scouts pretty much just assume that Gilbert will not have a hard time at that aspect though due to his athleticism.
I'd have to agree
A lot of scouts pretty much just assume that Gilbert will not have a hard time at that aspect though due to his athleticism.
I'd have to agree
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:53 am to BlackHelicopterPilot
quote:All of this, and he can always play slot as he's developing as a blocker. Just because he can't block (if he can't), doesn't mean he can't see the field and contribute in a meaningful way. He's basically a receiver in a tightend's body, which isn't a bad thing.
The Emery issue was not so much his “polish” as a blocker. It was his understanding of his responsibility on a given play / blocking scheme and when to release into his route.
I am certain he is learning to pick up on his keys and figuring out who is his responsibility, when to break off of the play action fake to pick up a hot blitz, and when to release to be the check down option.
The physical act of the block is easier. The TE has fewer of these decisions to make. Gilbert has plenty of size and strength and by all accounts is a team dude. He will be just fine in the blocking department. Now, expecting a true frosh to be as good as an experienced upper classman is a bit much.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:54 am to PhillyFan1994
You are comparing apples to oranges when talking about a TE and RB blocking assignments. A RB missing a blocking assignment on a pass play could mean major injury to your QB. You don’t want to be predictable by personnel but if it is a passing down this won’t keep Arik Gilbert out the game because he can’t block where you would with Emery.
I would think they use Gilbert early in his career at LSU like the Saints used Jimmy Graham. He will be spread out wide and be a matchup nightmare.
I would think they use Gilbert early in his career at LSU like the Saints used Jimmy Graham. He will be spread out wide and be a matchup nightmare.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:55 am to PhillyFan1994
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discussion about John Emery this past season and many theorized that the reason the prized RB recruit could not see the field much early is because he was not as polished of a blocker as the other 3 backs.
We recently discovered that the main reason he didn't play is that he could not see very well. He has had surgery to repair that.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:55 am to PhillyFan1994
Its not that they can't block, its knowing who to block. Both those guys, Emery and Gilbert, are gifted athletes. They can block. I'm excited thinking of Gilbert clearing the way for Emery, when he is not receiving and outrunning defenders.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 7:58 am to PhillyFan1994
Blocking,? You talking about blocking?
Posted on 1/29/20 at 8:01 am to PhillyFan1994
He can block and he has been tabbed as a day one starter by everyone who has scouted him. He's the highest rated TE in 247 scouting history and the only TE to win the Gatorade player of the year.
If you go by scouting reports he's to TEs what Stingley is to the CB position.
If you go by scouting reports he's to TEs what Stingley is to the CB position.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 8:08 am to PhillyFan1994
6’3” 246 is a nice size for a TE. Might be some growing pains early but there’s no reason he can’t be a great two way TE
Posted on 1/29/20 at 8:19 am to PhillyFan1994
Ranked #1 tight end of all time.
I’m sure it’s good.
I’m sure it’s good.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 8:23 am to PhillyFan1994
Gilbert also plays DE I believe and there was a debate about him being recruited as a DE or TE. This says to me that he’s comfortable in the trenches. I’m sure he’ll need a little work but all I keep seeing is how fierce of a competitor he is. That paired with the physicality it takes to be a successful Defensive end make me believe the blocking part should come along nicely, if it hasn’t already.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 8:27 am to L S Usetheforce
I wonder how Adams, Boutte and Moore block? How is Josh White's coverage and can Ricks tackle? Is Bo gonna get some new sweatshirts or did he keep the old ones? Surely, his wife packed them away and didn't throw them out.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 8:31 am to PhillyFan1994
He will learn to block if it isn't one of the strengths. Moss was 4th year Junior so, I hope you will allow him the time to develop if he doesn't block as well. Pass catching and route running are his strengths.
Posted on 1/29/20 at 8:54 am to Le Tenia
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Is Bo gonna get some new sweatshirts or did he keep the old ones? Surely, his wife packed them away and didn't throw them out.
This made me lol.
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