Number1CanesFan
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The thing is that Manny thinks he can squash a QB controversy simply by naming Jarren the starter. I think this is a big mistake. IMO, he should have said, "We'll evaluate both QBs and make a decision that's best for the team right now." Instead, he reiterating, "Jarren's our guy", etc.
It was clear the team was energized and played harder when N'Kosi was in the game. Just because you name Jarren the starter does NOT quash a QB controversy. If anything it adds fuel to the fire. The players know who is performing. The fans can see it. I know it's just 1 game, but the fans will be all over Jarren as soon as he makes a mistake. If Jarren doesn't perform well against Virginia, his teammates will be deflated and you now have a divided locker room.
What I have been posting lately that concerns me is that I believe after 4 now 5 games the ACC has the book on Jarren. Opponents are crowding the line of scrimmage playing tight press coverage taking away or strongly contesting the short and intermediate throws. They don't feel threatened deep by Jarren and are daring him to beat them deep which is not his strength. That what a good defense and DC does. Force you to beat them with your weakest aspect of your game.
Jarren has to get out of his comfort zone and push the ball deep. The plays are there to be made even with the porous offensive line. We saw N'Kosi push the ball deep with the same plays and the same offensive line so it can be done.
The season is on the line. This is a must win game to salvage the season and have any chance to stay in the Coastal race. There's going to be a lot of pressure on Jarren to perform well on Friday. I hope he's up to the task. The question is how long do you go with Jarren if the offense struggles?
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It was clear the team was energized and played harder when N'Kosi was in the game. Just because you name Jarren the starter does NOT quash a QB controversy. If anything it adds fuel to the fire. The players know who is performing. The fans can see it. I know it's just 1 game, but the fans will be all over Jarren as soon as he makes a mistake. If Jarren doesn't perform well against Virginia, his teammates will be deflated and you now have a divided locker room.
What I have been posting lately that concerns me is that I believe after 4 now 5 games the ACC has the book on Jarren. Opponents are crowding the line of scrimmage playing tight press coverage taking away or strongly contesting the short and intermediate throws. They don't feel threatened deep by Jarren and are daring him to beat them deep which is not his strength. That what a good defense and DC does. Force you to beat them with your weakest aspect of your game.
Jarren has to get out of his comfort zone and push the ball deep. The plays are there to be made even with the porous offensive line. We saw N'Kosi push the ball deep with the same plays and the same offensive line so it can be done.
The season is on the line. This is a must win game to salvage the season and have any chance to stay in the Coastal race. There's going to be a lot of pressure on Jarren to perform well on Friday. I hope he's up to the task. The question is how long do you go with Jarren if the offense struggles?
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