Spring PractiSe 2- Wednesday March 5

[ST26]

I haven't seen Chase Robinson out there, so I assume he's injured. Does have any info on this? If it was major, we probably would have heard about it. Was more wondering when we'll see him?

@DMoney

 

[305407cane]

So between OJ Lucas and O’Connor who’s sitting the bench at outside corner

 

[Hstokes1447]

I’m not questioning the validity of what you wrote, but where did you get those numbers? PFF?

This is not some set up for a gotcha/zinger. I’m honestly curious and I’m kind of a nerd when it comes to numbers.

Go to where they talk about him.

https://247sports.com/college/miami...d-once-again-be-a-strength-in-2025-245530325/

https://247sports.com/college/miami...ks-to-build-a-new-identity-in-2025-243091743/

 

[DrNovaCane]

In this case, Ethan O'Connor comes off the bench.. I'm not arguing with you (this is a good problem) but I don't think there are 2 better CBs on the roster better than him

Between OJ and a healthy Brown, and our transfer additions (O'Connor, Poyser, Lucas, and Brantley) we will have a legit competition in out DB room.

To me, if Xavier Lucas can play SS/Star/Boundary Safety (whatever you want to call it) this defense could be special.

I think/hope we start the season looking like this..

CB - O'Connor
CB - OJ
SS - Lucas
FS - Poyser
Nickel - Brantley

This is what I feel as well…no drop off at either spot in this scenario

 

[Memnon]

So between OJ Lucas and O’Connor who’s sitting the bench at outside corner

The one with the least expensive NIL deal.

 

[252cane]

The one with the least expensive NIL deal.

OJ?

 

[DMoney]

So between OJ Lucas and O’Connor who’s sitting the bench at outside corner

I could see one of them playing nickel.

 

[Manfred_Cane]

OJ?

I would bet he got a raise this offseason

 

[252cane]

I would bet he got a raise this offseason

I was thinking that too

 

[252cane]

I could see one of them playing nickel.

Based off skill set I think Brantley fits nickel best out of the corners but I think OJ could play it too

 

[DrNovaCane]

I could see one of them playing nickel.

So then what do you do with Brantley? It’s a good problem to have though.

Hey @DMoney is these types of topics on tap for tonight? I might even submit a question for ya.

Preshate you man.

 

[305407cane]

If damari brown wants to see the field he’s gotta go to safety. Probably his best spot anyways. Cause we have 3 corners better than him now

 

[252cane]

I think Pruitt should get some looks at safety. That room needs depth and he played it in hs. On top of that dude skinny as hèll and looks nothing like a LB

 

[uprising]

OJ and Lucas starting beside each other would make Macho proud.

@Coach Macho do you still feel Lucas is better for safety ?

 

[mirvin88]

Hetherman eluded to cross training guys to play different spots...a "position-less" defense he said. CB's getting reps at Safety and vice versa. LB's learning the Mike and Will. This is something I've been doing for a few years and it's greatly beneficial, particularly when you have a bunch of athletes with similar skill-sets and abilities. It helps you get the best-11 on the field at all times regardless of position. Also helps you in a pinch, if guys get hurt, tired or you're simply just trying to create depth.

In order to accomplish this, the defense must be relatively simple to learn/run. This is a good thing. If the kids pick it up fast it'll give Hetherman the ability to shuffle pieces.

In Macho We Trust

 

[88]

If damari brown wants to see the field he’s gotta go to safety. Probably his best spot anyways. Cause we have 3 corners better than him now

Probably 4

 

[gogeta4]

I’m old enough to remember the days when guys would do great on special teams, stick around, and then contribute heavily the next year

HE WAS SMACKIGN SH*T ALL LAST YEAR ONSPECIALS...HIM AND HAYES.

 

[CANESCANES]

I’m old enough to remember the days when guys would do great on special teams, stick around, and then contribute heavily the next year

It’s something every college player should learn to play because most of them if they ever want a shot at playing in the NFL will have to play special teams

 

[BigDikDaddyFromCincinnati]

Go to where they talk about him.

https://247sports.com/college/miami...d-once-again-be-a-strength-in-2025-245530325/

https://247sports.com/college/miami...ks-to-build-a-new-identity-in-2025-243091743/

Thank you

 

[Hstokes1447]