So, what's your assessment of Damieon George's development this year? So much was said about his issues in the past, but, you don't seem to hear much anymore. How do you think he stands now?
He's been good. As Wanne said, he's an asset. He's been consistently solid to good all year. His run blocking is about what we expected, but his pass blocking has been better than antisipated. He's been a clear upgrade from Mazzccua, last year's RG.
Good to know. He seemed to struggle in the past, but, I guess he's moved to where he should naturally be now.
I have one coment on this Donzo. Most of your post is spot on, but I did notice when Slakman was in the LSU game he was being doubleteamed. It's hard to make plays when you're having to deal with two O-lineman. And Sapp was all over the place making plays too... with Banks and several others. The whole defense had moments where they looked as good as any team defense in the SEC. Too bad they were not as consistent as we needed them to be all year long. I also think we need to hit the portal for SEC quality, plug and play, D-lineman, and I have confidence that Napier and his army will find good people to fill in. It's not an exact science, so some of these new Gators will not become the stars we hoped they would, but at least these young men are all good honest football players that have earned the right to be called Gators... Gators for life.
I think Slackman played 10-15 snaps when the D was on the field for 92 plays. I hoped he'd be a difference maker this year, especially after Lyons' injury. It just hasn't turned out that way. He's a low end depth piece. We'll see who comes back next year. Never can have enough good linemen. The more the merrier. With that said, if both Lyons and Banks come back, I think the DL would look pretty good. They would definately need to be replaced by plug and play linemen.
I was disappointed nobody responded to Antny1's post above about Collins. Anyone? I did hear one Podcaster suggest Collins may hit the Portal seasons end. What happened?
I think only the DB and Safeties (I read) played most if not all 92 snaps, which is crazy amazing. I would never have believed it if you had said that would happen before the game.
I'm surprised no one responded. Kelby is one of those high character kids that didn't waiver through his recruitment and 1st year. I did see someone on another board claim he is just struggling with playing inside and is still positive on florida and Napier. Don't know what's true.
Just some cryptic stuff on social media about him transferring. Looking at the situation he hasn't had a SO jump. He's not playing much and some FR have passed him. Definitely disappointing. Will see what happens.
What's your take on him playing inside? Isn't that why he's struggling? Thought they moved him when Lyons got hurt.
The Slackman luv is nice. But, he hasn't been a factor. I don't know how much he's getting doubled. That just gonna happen on certain plays. When I have time I'll break down what the DTs have done this year and what it looks like (at this time) for next year. LSS, Slackman is the 6th or 7th DT this year. Jackson, Banks and Watson rotate as the 1st group. Fr. Robinson has been the 4th DT since the Kentucky game. Then Boileau, Taylor and Slackman have been the deep depth. I just haven't noticed much production from Slackman when he's played. When someone transfers in from a lower level, there's always the question if the players talent will translate to success in the SEC. We two had guys like that this year. BCD's game has translated to success at RT- thank goodness. But, not so much for Slackman. He's low on the depth chart and not producing many plays... Just the way I see it. Hopefully he steps up the last three games.
I thought he moved in the spring, but not important. He's just been invisible when he's played. Now younger guys are playing in front of him. He's been a rock solid Gator. Hopefully things turn around. But, with the portal, guys tend to look for another spot when struggling after two years.
Take a look at the depth chart. for DB's it is depleted due to injuries. They had to play all 92 snaps because there are not enough backups to send end.
I knew Sapp would be good when I saw him get after it in those recruiting videos. He had the size and drive, and now he’s really putting it together.
He may need to adjust physically and learn to play inside. Edge and taclke are two different body types and skillsets. Maybe he is eligible for a rs still?
