k9cane
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OK some thoughts on todays Miami spring game... #canes - No real need to go through a lot of the stuff that guys like Geo Milian, Alex Donna, Peter Ariz, D-Money, Gaby Urritia, have stated. But the truth of the matter is that things were kept pretty much vanilla and basic, and a lot key players were held out
- But overall, I like the athleticism of this squad, I think it's better than last years team. That alone doesn't mean it will be better or go farther. But that's my observation. The expectation is that this Miami unit should not take a step back. Cue Jim Mora -- PLAYOFFS!!
- As I mentioned a couple of days ago, this is a big, good looking team. Body types are not an issue under Mario CristobalI - Cooper Barkate, he will still put up number and make plays at Miami, don't let anyone tell you different - I don't think I've seen a player as popular as Malachi Toney -- and UM has had some unreal talent throughout the decades -- but there is something about him that has young kids and adults gravitating towards him. As my guy Brian told me, ''that's our Tebow''. He's more than just a great player, he is a phenomenon
- Cooper 'White Silk' Barkate will put up numbers on this team. Don't let anyone tell you differently.
- I shook Jackson Cantwell's hands after the game and it was like a bear claw. My hand was engulfed and never felt so dainty (which is a terrible feeling for a guy). Met his mother, very nice lady. They have loved the time they have spent in Miami. No regrets on this decision
- Met Bernard 'Tiger' Clark, we had a fun time talking about 'the Running Man' he did in the middle of the game vs Bama in the 90 Sugar Bowl, and the other celebrations they did back in the day. He's got a great personality, now coaching at Robert Morris
Overall, it was great to see a lot of our football alumni on the sidelines.
- At the Titanic, I had a chance to have some short interactions with some of the guys who came on the @CanesInSight post-game podcast. Keona Davis and his family are really excited about being here, he's actually related to Alfred 'Froggy' Shipman (one of the fastest players in program history)
- The great 'Fast' Eddie Brown was at the spring game on Saturday. Had a brief conversation with him. Kids, I'm going to tell you that any list of all-time Miami Hurricane wide receivers that don't have him near the very top -- is one that shouldn't be taken seriously. To me, he's no worse than #2( my top spot is, 'the Playmaker') Without Brown, Miami doesn't win the 83 national title. He was the best player in the 84 Kickoff Classic in a game where there was Bo Jackson and Alonzo Highsmith running the ball.
A Mt. Rushmore of Miami WR's that doesn't have him, is like not having George Washington on the real one
- The Fletcher's, both Linda and Mark, they are as good as ambassadors for the program and university as I have seen. Just the way they interact with people who want just a piece of their time. I've seen it up close on a few occasions in recent months. They have the ability to create new fans and supporters of the team and school. I can see Mark working in some capacity for the school when his football career ends.
- This was a great time for anyone that wanted their fix of ball. But there's a great feeling and momentum surrounding this program. Summer camp begins in about 4.5 months. See you guys at Stanford, lets take over that stadium...
- But overall, I like the athleticism of this squad, I think it's better than last years team. That alone doesn't mean it will be better or go farther. But that's my observation. The expectation is that this Miami unit should not take a step back. Cue Jim Mora -- PLAYOFFS!!
- As I mentioned a couple of days ago, this is a big, good looking team. Body types are not an issue under Mario CristobalI - Cooper Barkate, he will still put up number and make plays at Miami, don't let anyone tell you different - I don't think I've seen a player as popular as Malachi Toney -- and UM has had some unreal talent throughout the decades -- but there is something about him that has young kids and adults gravitating towards him. As my guy Brian told me, ''that's our Tebow''. He's more than just a great player, he is a phenomenon
- Cooper 'White Silk' Barkate will put up numbers on this team. Don't let anyone tell you differently.
- I shook Jackson Cantwell's hands after the game and it was like a bear claw. My hand was engulfed and never felt so dainty (which is a terrible feeling for a guy). Met his mother, very nice lady. They have loved the time they have spent in Miami. No regrets on this decision
- Met Bernard 'Tiger' Clark, we had a fun time talking about 'the Running Man' he did in the middle of the game vs Bama in the 90 Sugar Bowl, and the other celebrations they did back in the day. He's got a great personality, now coaching at Robert Morris
Overall, it was great to see a lot of our football alumni on the sidelines.
- At the Titanic, I had a chance to have some short interactions with some of the guys who came on the @CanesInSight post-game podcast. Keona Davis and his family are really excited about being here, he's actually related to Alfred 'Froggy' Shipman (one of the fastest players in program history)
- The great 'Fast' Eddie Brown was at the spring game on Saturday. Had a brief conversation with him. Kids, I'm going to tell you that any list of all-time Miami Hurricane wide receivers that don't have him near the very top -- is one that shouldn't be taken seriously. To me, he's no worse than #2( my top spot is, 'the Playmaker') Without Brown, Miami doesn't win the 83 national title. He was the best player in the 84 Kickoff Classic in a game where there was Bo Jackson and Alonzo Highsmith running the ball.
A Mt. Rushmore of Miami WR's that doesn't have him, is like not having George Washington on the real one
- The Fletcher's, both Linda and Mark, they are as good as ambassadors for the program and university as I have seen. Just the way they interact with people who want just a piece of their time. I've seen it up close on a few occasions in recent months. They have the ability to create new fans and supporters of the team and school. I can see Mark working in some capacity for the school when his football career ends.
- This was a great time for anyone that wanted their fix of ball. But there's a great feeling and momentum surrounding this program. Summer camp begins in about 4.5 months. See you guys at Stanford, lets take over that stadium...
