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Importance of Walk Ons?
Posted on 1/11/19 at 5:33 pm
Posted on 1/11/19 at 5:33 pm
I was reading the article about one of our walk on running backs entering his name into the portal ( LINK) and it got me thinking, in terms of recruiting, what are the coaches looking for in walk ons? Is it mainly just fast guys that can contribute to special teams? Are any regular walk ons (not Mike Williams) ever expected to contribute more than just the odd play here or there?
On a side note, what is the most highly touted walk on we've ever had?
On a side note, what is the most highly touted walk on we've ever had?
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Posted on 1/11/19 at 5:37 pm to GhostofJackson
Scout team
Posted on 1/11/19 at 5:39 pm to GhostofJackson
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what is the most highly touted walk on we've ever had?
Avery Atkins the kickoff specialist from Auburn Alabama.
Posted on 1/11/19 at 6:09 pm to GhostofJackson
At schools like Wisconsin or Iowa, walk-ons frequently become key contributors. At places like LSU where the roster is loaded with talent, it’s extremely rare they make an impact. John David Moore was a recent one that did though.
Posted on 1/11/19 at 6:17 pm to GhostofJackson
I don’t think too many guys stay as walk ons for more than 1 or 2 years. You’re having to pay your way, spend tons of time practicing, neglecting your studies, and never play a down. I wouldn’t do it!
Posted on 1/11/19 at 6:27 pm to Tiger Ree
Ryan O’Neal
Elsie Parker
Some fullbacks
Meatball
Elsie Parker
Some fullbacks
Meatball
Posted on 1/11/19 at 6:40 pm to GhostofJackson
I think if the head coach would make it a priority they could get these walk ons a few snaps. I’ve never seen a coach at LSU even try. It would be something they would never forget, and I think they deserve it for their sacrifices.
Posted on 1/11/19 at 6:53 pm to Teauxler
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Scout team
This.
I had a few preferred walk-on offers from D1 schools and ultimately did so at Baylor (when we sucked arse).
Was pretty much just a body at practice.
Posted on 1/11/19 at 6:56 pm to Cycledude
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You’re having to pay your way
A lot of them are going to be at college somewhere regardless and not on scholarship.
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spend tons of time practicing
Lots of fun and challenging if you’re an actual competitor.
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neglecting your studies
You get tutors and first pick of classes and teachers. So basically get the easiest route through school.
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never play a down
Still lift, stay in great shape and girls flock. It isn’t a bad gig.
Posted on 1/11/19 at 6:56 pm to GhostofJackson
Important enough to have writers from across the country speculate about coaching hires when they hold meetings with out of state businessmen regarding expansion in the Midwest...
Posted on 1/11/19 at 7:00 pm to GhostofJackson
i could die as an Lsu fan knowing that in a national title game, all of our 1s, 2s, 3s, and walkons got onto the field by the end of the game.
talk about an advertisement to parents of recruits.
talk about an advertisement to parents of recruits.
Posted on 1/11/19 at 7:48 pm to GhostofJackson
Food is just meh. Location is great.
Posted on 1/11/19 at 8:22 pm to GhostofJackson
At a place like LSU, the best a walk-on can hope for (kickers, punters, and snappers excluded) is a Daniel Graff-type career. Work hard, see the field on special teams, get a lot of respect from the fans, and be able to tell people you were a Tiger.
Posted on 1/11/19 at 9:15 pm to Cycledude
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spend tons of time practicing,
Practices are limited to 20 hours a week. Not exactly a ton.
Posted on 1/11/19 at 9:49 pm to GhostofJackson
Direct quote from Les was, "to boost the team GPA"
Posted on 1/11/19 at 9:50 pm to Cincinnati Bowtie
20 hours a week my arse.
That doesn't include film, workout, or positional meetings. It's 12-7 every day plus early AM workouts
That doesn't include film, workout, or positional meetings. It's 12-7 every day plus early AM workouts
Posted on 1/11/19 at 10:01 pm to Cycledude
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You’re having to pay your way, spend tons of time practicing, neglecting your studies, and never play a down.
Isn't that Grayshirting?
Posted on 1/11/19 at 10:04 pm to JetsCoach
We have had a decent amount of walk on players who were starters.
Multiple full backs and kickers.
Multiple full backs and kickers.
Posted on 1/11/19 at 10:18 pm to dstone12
Pat Lipoma
Posted on 1/11/19 at 10:41 pm to GhostofJackson
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On a side note, what is the most highly touted walk on we've ever had?
Recently I can think of JD Moore and Connor Neighbors, both were beasts. Avery Atkins this year. I'm sure there have been many over the years.
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