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Canedude08 said:
MedleyCane said:
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blackvern said:
valid said:
probably will still have to redshirt. training camp is almost over.
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Valid dude is 20 years old...He aint redshirtin'
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who is he going to pass on the depth chart? everyone in front of him has had a full training camp...he is too far behind.
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You don't redshirt players who can play for you right away, especially someone like this young man who was a close call
in qualifying, who may not be interested in 4 years of college.
Athletes like him have the potential to be 3-year players....to redshirt him would be robbing your program of at least one year
of him helping his teammates.
Play him now. Coaches can find opportunities for him if he as good as suspected.
Not sure why alot of folks have this need to see a bunch of folks redshirted.
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The problem is that he hasn't been anywhere near a collegiate weight room this summer, he most likely knows little of the playbook, and he's weeks behind his fellow freshmen. He may be buried on the depth chart, just because of those factors, and no matter how talented he is, odds are he won't be able to pass guys who have a similar level of talent, who have been with the team the entire time. That's not including the liklihood that his first semester of collegiate level schoolwork may be a total disaster. This young man would benefit greatly from a redshirt year, he needs a chance to get acclimated to college, and he needs time to catch up to the other people in his class. Now, if he adjusts well and there's a chance he can see SIGNIFICANT playing time this year, then by all means play him. That said, Richards and Bruce will see a ton of time, and with the returning starters, there may not be much time left over for Mullins, even though he's a difference maker.
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He has plenty of time to learn the playbook. The first few weeks of the season are cupcakes. So he will have plenty of time to be ready by the time we play games that count.
 
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maurice3p said:
It's just so late in the game to make an impact for Mullins. The WR group looks solidified right now.

If anybody's stock has fallen, it's probably Ahmmon Richards. He's injury prone apparently (hurt at All-American game & now with turf toe).
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Injury prone? That's the first time Richards been hurt thoughout highschool. Chill out.... Richards was balling before the turf toe injury
 
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Liberty City El said:
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kid's playing this year. no question. just like homer was going to regardless of gray's injury. just like irvin was going to regardless of the talent in front of him. just like our linebacker's were going to.

these kids are too talented to just sit for the sake of sitting. get them in the game. get them experience. and let them help you win.
 
GreenBeans said:
Canedude08 said:
MedleyCane said:
valid said:
blackvern said:
Valid dude is 20 years old...He aint redshirtin'
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who is he going to pass on the depth chart? everyone in front of him has had a full training camp...he is too far behind.
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You don't redshirt players who can play for you right away, especially someone like this young man who was a close call
in qualifying, who may not be interested in 4 years of college.
Athletes like him have the potential to be 3-year players....to redshirt him would be robbing your program of at least one year
of him helping his teammates.
Play him now. Coaches can find opportunities for him if he as good as suspected.
Not sure why alot of folks have this need to see a bunch of folks redshirted.
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The problem is that he hasn't been anywhere near a collegiate weight room this summer, he most likely knows little of the playbook, and he's weeks behind his fellow freshmen. He may be buried on the depth chart, just because of those factors, and no matter how talented he is, odds are he won't be able to pass guys who have a similar level of talent, who have been with the team the entire time. That's not including the liklihood that his first semester of collegiate level schoolwork may be a total disaster. This young man would benefit greatly from a redshirt year, he needs a chance to get acclimated to college, and he needs time to catch up to the other people in his class. Now, if he adjusts well and there's a chance he can see SIGNIFICANT playing time this year, then by all means play him. That said, Richards and Bruce will see a ton of time, and with the returning starters, there may not be much time left over for Mullins, even though he's a difference maker.
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He has plenty of time to learn the playbook. The first few weeks of the season are cupcakes. So he will have plenty of time to be ready by the time we play games that count.
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All of this may be true. The thing is though - Sam Bruce has been with the team longer & is still trying to adjust. Richards has also been with the team much longer & is battling Harris for playing time. Preseason is just about over, depth charts being formed, & about time to start game planning for teams.

I hope Mullins is eventually one of the all-time greats; he worked hard to qualify & is a true Cane. I think the only way Mullins can have much of an impact this year is either on special teams or maybe later in the season if he has the playbook down & we need someone to step up.

Remember- it's rare for a freshman to have a HUGE impact & especially for one joining the team this late. Hoping & wishing the best for this young man, but I think year 2 is where we see him truly show what he can do.
 
So when did we all of a sudden get so deep at WR? Richards has turf toe.. Do you actually think none of our WR's will miss anytime this year due to injuries?
 
Mullins redshirting this year? Fug no mane. Dude gonna b running with the 1s in a couple weeks.
 
blackvern said:
So when did we all of a sudden get so deep at WR? Richards has turf toe.. Do you actually think none of our WR's will miss anytime this year due to injuries?
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This.

We have EIGHT total receivers available on the roster now that Mullins is in (and not counting Cager):

Coley
Berrios
Lewis
Harris
Langham
Bruce
Richards
Mullins

We're going to need every single one of these kids at some point during the season. I'm sure the coaches will bring Mullins along slowly, but I think he'll play because we'll need him to.
 
Follow-up question for anyone who might know - what has Mullins been able to do with the team up until this point? Obviously he couldn't participate in practice, but could he attend meetings? Voluntary 7-on-7s? Study the playbook? Or do nothing but watch? Just curious...
 
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I believe it was mentioned the other day that he did not have the playbook. Almost certain all he could do was watch.
 
Since, we will not have 5 offensive lineman on punt return anymore, Mullins will be on special teams from the beginning.
 
Watching his tape, Mullins kind of reminds me of Peter Warrick. Great hands, not a burner but is very elusive and will make you miss. Runs a good route and can put his foot in the ground and change direction quick.
 
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