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re: TJ’s body language is terrible.
Posted on 11/28/20 at 10:05 pm to LSU_30A
Posted on 11/28/20 at 10:05 pm to LSU_30A
Typed this in 2018 following seeing Finley play St. Paul’s.
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First the positives: His size Ball comes out quick from his hand Arm strength
Negatives: Accuracy- he is widely inaccurate. Receivers don’t help him much but he has a ton of improvement in this area
Demeanor- I watched this a lot from beginning until end of the game. He is lackadaisical out there. He never hustles on or off the field. He walks to the huddle from the sideline and does not hustle off. He also doesn’t not appear to be fiery in trying pick his guys up. Does not seem to be a leader. I saw him to be kind of Ho hum just sitting in the pocket. Almost like hey I got a scholly to LSU and I’m just going to take a stroll and sling this ball out there. Saw him on the RPO, run twice the whole game. He’s 6’7” 225 lbs. he should be able to plow kids and get 5 yds ever time to keep a drive alive. I didn’t see him want to initiate contact at all. Almost like he doesn’t want to get hurt. Definitely doesn’t appear to want to lay it on the line for his team.
Overall: Very raw. Has the tangible skills and physical traits. But can you change a kids’ attitude to have others want to got to war with him, i don’t know? I think there are kids with lesser physical talents that have the intangibles to lead that can do better.
This post was edited on 11/28/20 at 10:06 pm
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Posted on 11/28/20 at 10:09 pm to Covingtontiger77
You’re a prophet. Spot on.
Posted on 11/28/20 at 10:11 pm to Covingtontiger77
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Saw him on the RPO, run twice the whole game.
Sigh. It's not an rpo if ...nevermind frick it
Posted on 11/28/20 at 10:25 pm to Covingtontiger77
Some good analysis. Some of the critique could be him trying the preserve his health. Mostly though, I think there is a general lack of urgency.
I also heard some professional analysis of him out of high school and it echoed what you said. Additionally there was criticism of him being erratic with some games playing lights out and others not so much. The variation between the highs and lows were an issue.
He was also said to be “cocky” after playing well and big wins. This is not to be confused with “confidence” which comes with preparation combined with physical ability.
That leads to the most important critique-
He was prone to rely on his physical ability above all else. He was not known to study and was willing to wing it rather than spend time preparing.
Not sure if he’s still this way. If he is, I hope the coaches do not reward him by letting him start. He needs to be held to account. He needs to show that he takes this seriously.
I’m fine with what I saw from Max Johnson. He’s freshman. He needs some time and I can be patient.
Heck, I have no choice
I also heard some professional analysis of him out of high school and it echoed what you said. Additionally there was criticism of him being erratic with some games playing lights out and others not so much. The variation between the highs and lows were an issue.
He was also said to be “cocky” after playing well and big wins. This is not to be confused with “confidence” which comes with preparation combined with physical ability.
That leads to the most important critique-
He was prone to rely on his physical ability above all else. He was not known to study and was willing to wing it rather than spend time preparing.
Not sure if he’s still this way. If he is, I hope the coaches do not reward him by letting him start. He needs to be held to account. He needs to show that he takes this seriously.
I’m fine with what I saw from Max Johnson. He’s freshman. He needs some time and I can be patient.
Heck, I have no choice
Posted on 11/28/20 at 10:53 pm to Covingtontiger77
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He is lackadaisical out there. He never hustles on or off the field.
I can't stand this. The QB sets the example for the rest of the team. That's why Joe came in and busted his arse in every off season drill. You lead by example
Posted on 11/29/20 at 12:13 am to Covingtontiger77
Why do the coaches continue to start TJ if he’s so terrible and has poor body language?
You guys just need to say what you really want to.
You guys just need to say what you really want to.
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