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Kansas State Football / scouting notes online while watching Cornelius Lucas vs. Mizzou State..

« on: September 20, 2012, 09:57:21 AM »

#78 LT Cornelius Lucas*

-he’s a monster, easily the biggest man on the field at 6-9 324 lbs

-gets good drive on run block

-locked on in pass pro, defender was finished

-continues to destroy whatever is in front of him

-good footwork, strong at point of attack

-walled off defensive end on outside run, took out defenders on this play

-successful cut block on QB draw

-could be more assertive in finishing off blocks, man slipped off at goalline to make TD saving tackle

-had an oh lay moment with the defensive end. Didn’t touch the DE and barely moved his feet

-uses long arms very well in pass pro

-smothered defensive end on TD pass play. DE looked like a little kid

-creates a wall on runs to his side, running backs run behind his shadow

-needs to improve his drive blocking, should be much better than it is

Overview: The first time I have seen Lucas play and I’m impressed. Still a bit raw, but has the size and skills to be a very good tackle in the near future.

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Kansas State Football / McShay and scouts, inc give take on KSU - OU..

« on: September 19, 2012, 03:36:35 PM »

they listed an edge to one team over the other in personnel units

QB - KState (they love Klein)
RB - OU
WR - OU
OL - KState
DL - OU
LB - KState
Secondary - OU
Special Teams - OU

I can't figure out why they picked OU for special teams.  Either it's a misprint or they base that on OU having better athletes on its roster.  KSU ranks ahead of OU in every special teams category and has obviously returned two kicks for TDs this year...not to mention blocks kicks.

Final score prediction:  competitive game with OU winning 40-31

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Kansas State Football / the KSU-OU match up has a different dynamic this year...

« on: September 12, 2012, 01:19:56 PM »

two main differences from a year ago and both surround the play of the line:

1) KSU is far more athletic up front on offense than a year ago.  We had zero issues going without a TE in a number of passing situations against Miami.  Not only is the difference in capabilities visible but it is demonstrated by the coaches' confidence in formations.  OU is NOT as imposing in terms of the pass rush this year.  Alexander and Ronnell Lewis were very good collegiate pass rushers and they don't have anybody, at least prepared to play, at their level.  This match up last year was a monstrous edge for OU last year and certainly impacted the game significantly.

2) OU has surrendered 6 sacks in the first two games.  Last year they gave up about 8 or 9, total.  They lost their stud LT, starting center, and a guard who, if he wasn't a starter, saw significant minutes.  While KSU doesn't have a bunch of pass rushers I think we have demonstrated from the Miami game that we have some capabilities in that area...at least a little more than a year ago.

This is more like 2a but I will keep harping on this point.  OU, even with the veteran line LAST YEAR, has not been the same since Broyles got hurt last year.  Broyles was that security blanket with whom Landry had a lot of chemistry.  They have struggled since and it continued into their first game this year.  They were not the same offense that put 58 points on the board last year AFTER he got hurt.

OU still has better talent, will be playing at home, has more skill...but there are some match ups in this game which are becoming more clear that would lend itself to a very competitive game.

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Kansas State Football / Cornelius Lucas, Whitehair, and Rooks....dreamy!!

« on: September 09, 2012, 03:01:25 PM »

guys, first time since '03 that Snyder has multiple NFL dudes on the OL.  Lucas, Whitehair, and Finney are locks.  Rooks certainly has the feet and ability but not the frame. 

This OL has an awesome capability over the next 2 years and when talking about the interior OL specifically, 3 years.

Can't wait to get Stiverson back because he is alleged to be the mauler of this bunch. 


Klein and the boys behind this line are going to prison f_ck some defenses. 

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Kansas State Football / I have not seen a thread on this board linking this EMAW's videos..

« on: September 04, 2012, 11:26:13 AM »

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Kansas State Football / KSU player ascending up draft boards...

« on: August 30, 2012, 10:12:02 AM »

now #17: http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=82917&draftyear=2013&genpos=WR

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Kansas State Football / It appears with Penn St. done the NCAA will now clamp down on Oregon...

« on: August 14, 2012, 06:05:44 PM »

uh oh Chip Kelly.

https://twitter.com/RichCirminiello


Rich Cirminiello?@RichCirminiello                                                                                            1hr

Sources telling me #Oregon could face scholarship redux and bowl ban ... also key current players under investigation


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Rumors beginning to circulate that #Oregon could get whacked very hard by NCAA within the week ... worse than many expect

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Kansas State Football / NSIAP: Art in Art.. / SD EDIT-NSFW MATERIAL!

« on: August 13, 2012, 02:19:38 PM »

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Kansas State Football / Akinola must be in per post on GPC..

« on: August 07, 2012, 03:31:22 PM »

his profile on the official site's roster has been updated with a mugshot. 

waiting on Reed and Clement now.

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Kansas State Football / Art behind the scenes ESPN vid...

« on: July 30, 2012, 04:04:48 PM »

the cup over flows of charisma.

http://www.kstatesports.com/allaccess/

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Kansas State Football / looked good in the shrine bowl (photo)...

« on: July 30, 2012, 08:33:17 AM »

smooth athlete.  Had a sweet spin move in tight space along the sideline in heavy traffic on a punt return.  the kid has skills.

http://twitter.com/macdaddypiland/status/229418125446230019/photo/1/large

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Kansas State Football / Pissclams, I submit this evidence for all-burner team..

« on: July 30, 2012, 08:19:41 AM »

http://results.tickertiming.com/2008/KSstateHS/6A08.htm

scroll down to the boys 100 meter final.  There you will see a sophomore DeMarcus Robinson in 2nd place.  The time is solid but not spectacular.  But what makes this notable for your all-burner, speed, etc. teams is who he defeated.  You will see a Isiah Young of Junction City in 8th place in that particular race.  Isiah placed 3rd at the olympic trials in the 200 meters and will be competing in that event next week in London.  Now, if you defeat a future olympic sprinter who is 2 years your senior I would think that qualifies you for a burner team.  Robinson is obviously one of our fastest players and looked pretty quick on that return for a TD in the spring game.

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Kansas State Football / Magnus Scott video from 8-man all star in June; major home run speed...

« on: July 26, 2012, 03:59:59 PM »

placed it here since he's already on campus (no longer a recruit).  He only runs the ball a few times...#27 in green.  I'll save you the time..only watch at :45 and 3:58.  Both are long runs to the house.  The kid set state 100 and 200 records in Oklahoma.  Clocked a 10.41 100.  He measured 5'8.5" at a combine last summer though only 150.  Still, if he can get to 175-180 he'll be fine to carry the ball.  Even less than that he wouldn't be lighter than A. Lockett, Tramaine, or cake eater to play wide receiver.  Most impressed by the fact that at the combine he went 10'3" in the broad and 36" in the vertical.  Usually don't see those numbers from itty bitty high schoolers, especially the broad jump.  Most pocket rockets at the combine don't get 10' or much over it.  That he did it in hs is impressive.

Kid can flat out fly.

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Kansas State Football / biscuit found and consumed...

« on: June 20, 2012, 04:24:20 PM »

he's now 230 per his comments to d_scott at Topeka Catbackers.

Klein, "Goal 17: We need more biscuits, 235 is needed to accomplish more than 10 wins."

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Kansas State Football / just listening to CK talk gets me revved for the season...

« on: June 20, 2012, 11:33:35 AM »

normally these types of things, especially with white dudes, leave me thinking, "that was awfully cheezy."

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Kansas State Football / ESPN's evaluator of college football odds apparently read this board..

« on: June 19, 2012, 01:57:53 PM »

and is laughing at the "luck" comments regarding the 2011 season:

Big 12

Oklahoma Sooners: +115
 Texas Longhorns: +400
 TCU Horned Frogs: +550
 West Virginia Mountaineers: +575
 Kansas State Wildcats: +1100



As we've said many times before, it's not smoke and mirrors if it's sustainable. Kansas State is once again dismissed by those whose predictions are driven primarily by analysis of talent or statistics. The sport's modern media emphasizes the player, but college football is still a coaches' game. LHC Bill Snyder's teams consistently excel at things that are usually (and often correctly) dismissed as signs of good fortune.
 


The Wildcats relied heavily on positive markers in areas like turnover margin, yards-per-point, third-down conversion rate and nonoffensive scoring en route to a 10-win season last year. The Cats' long-term track record in these areas under Snyder suggests that winning a half-dozen games per year despite being outgained is a repeatable norm, not an outlier that's a harbinger of an impending fall. This is a senior-dominated squad in a league of vulnerable opponents. As we mentioned last year in looking ahead to 2012, Kansas State is a true favorite in the Big 12, and at 11:1 the best bet on the futures board this offseason.
 


The four teams ahead of the Wildcats are all clocking in at 6:1 or lower. Two of them, TCU and West Virginia, are changing leagues -- not typically a recipe for instant success. Additionally, TCU is by far the least experienced team among the contenders, while West Virginia has by far the least experienced coaching staff. Oklahoma is comfortable wearing the favorite's mantle and could certainly wind up as a national contender, but at barely better than even money we're just not interested in a team with this much offseason turmoil, attrition and staff turnover.
 


Mack Brown has Texas back on track, thanks largely to two excellent coordinator hires, and this Longhorns defense should be the conference's best. Still, the team is in just the second year of new schemes and lacks the experience and leadership on the offensive side of the ball to fulfill the coaches' vision of the Horns' new offensive identity just yet.

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Kansas State Football / ESPN scout likes our commit Chance Allen..

« on: June 07, 2012, 11:37:20 AM »

nice write up and it looks like the OL is really becoming a position of strength for Snyder in year 4.

scouting report:

Allen demonstrates good mobility and toughness. Flashes the explosion and playing strength to dominate as a run and pass blocker. Has the size and athleticism for the offensive tackle position at the major level of competition. His frame appears capable of supporting additional body mass over time. Playing out of a two and three point stance, we see the flexibility, balance and agility needed to play on his feet in space; displays tight box agility while demonstrating he can adjust his feet to quick change of direction movement. Comes off the ball with the initial quickness needed to gain and sustain an immediate advantage; plays with a flat back, good base and persistent leg drive; flashes the explosion and pop to knock defenders off the ball when drive blocking. This prospect is quick releasing to linebackers; shows the athleticism needed to reach for leverage on offset defensive linemen; can consistently get a hat on active 1st and 2nd level defenders; has the physical tools necessary to make the run blocks at the next level. This is a tough guy who works to finish blocks. His arm length and nimble feet should prove to be assets in pass protection. Sets quickly, demonstrating good bend and slide; doesn't cross his feet, maintaining good overall balance. Can react to change of direction movement and get out of trouble in space. We see good hand use; flashes the initial punch, location and extension needed to keep rushers off his body. Allen does not appear to be an immediate starter at the BCS level of play. Some time and perhaps a red shirt year may be necessary before competing for starting time.

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Kansas State Football / best prospect in the state eliminates Weis, KU...

« on: May 14, 2012, 04:14:24 PM »

beems?

Jerel Morrow down to KSU, Neb, and OSU.

discussion from beems, please.

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Kansas State Football / Foketi is now rated the 11th OT for 2013...

« on: May 07, 2012, 11:36:00 PM »

somebody been doing some film study.  this is the time last year Osemele (iowa state) shot up the boards although they had a lot more film on him than Foketi (he was already a 3 yr starter). 

http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=107391&draftyear=2013&genpos=OT

scouts love big bodies w/ sweet feet, big mitts, and long arms.  I still see him as more of a RT or LG in the show. 

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Kansas State Football / can we just eliminate 1940 thru 1979 in KSU's football history?

« on: May 05, 2012, 09:40:46 AM »

winning pct
1896-1939 = .562
1940-1979 = .253
1980-2011 = .524

to summarize
76 years of .542 football
40 years of .253 football

KSU went 8-31-1 vs. Kansas & 6-34 vs. Mizzou during the horid '40-79 stretch.

The remaining 76 years = 30-26-4 vs. KU & 27-24-5 vs. Mizzou

blah to '40-'79...that is a lot of ron princes

"K-State football.  We've only been really bad 1/3 of the time" - cover of media guide material, no?

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Kansas State Football / Nigel's Island?

« on: May 04, 2012, 12:43:17 PM »

http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/players.php?genpos=CB&draftyear=2013&sortorder=tsxpos&order=ASC

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Kansas State Football / this photo has potential...

« on: May 03, 2012, 02:57:28 PM »

dude is locking up KC recruiting as we speak.  Though I hear Pinkel and Snyder know good locksmiths.

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Kansas State Football / beems, got a prediction for you..

« on: April 19, 2012, 06:48:11 PM »

DeAnte "Mercury" Burton will become a better college wide receiver than bust McCay.  Yep, I'm taking a 5.5 3 star over a 6.0 4 star. 

mark this down and save for later.

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Kansas State Football / no lie, Weis has them practicing victory celebrations (video)

« on: April 19, 2012, 04:25:19 PM »

http://campuscorner.kansascity.com/node/2573

guaranteed this isn't going on in any scheme doctor practice....only scheming. 

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Kansas State Football / a few 40s from KSU pro day...

« on: April 17, 2012, 08:07:06 PM »

lol that Snyder went 10-3 with this group

Hanson - 5.60
Aufner - 5.83
Garrett - 4.70
S. Smith - 4.74 (Carson Coffman ran a 4.74 at the pro day in '11 btw)
Hartman - 4.68


more normal looking 40s
B. Brown - 4.49
Pearson - 4.51
Kibble - 5.23
Lamur - 4.63 (Lamur faster than a starting receiver, free safety, and corner while 6'4 232)