Braxton Lewis is now listed as a starter. That would be a big boost to the defense if he is back and ready to go. I thought Bickham looked unsure of himself. Not a surprise since I believe he used to be a corner at Rice. Newell is also listed as a starter. Anyone heard any updates on his recovery?
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Lewis, Bickham, and Spears were listed at 1 with "or" both last week and this week FYI
We missed Braxton Lewis last game.
How much of a drop off is Downing at Center? If Newell is out/questionable, I think we're probably fine
The only depth chart I saw was from 247 and it had Newell starting. I also thought it was interesting they listed four linemen starting versus three. Maybe they did that for UNI but I must have missed it if they did.
definitely, hopefully his injury was minor and he was held out for precautionary reasons
Yea, thats how they played vs UNI.
Yes, that's how they started and played most of the UNI game. McDonald played plenty, particularly in clear passing situations, both for Rose and for Vance w/ Rose sliding back inside. I suspect we'll see more of the same. Not that you want to read too much into game 1, but Vance has the looks of a guy that is making the coaches play him and is going to be tough to keep off the field.
As others have said, Lewis back helps tremendously. Bickham played fast made some plays, but to say he struggled tackling is an understatement.
Wut? Vance is clearly one of our 3 best linebackers. You have to get them on the field together.
I just like Rose at MLB better. If that keeps Vance off the field because he can only play in the middle then he needs to get better.
Did you watch any of the UNI game? Rose looked great at outside linebacker and Vance was dominant in the middle
This might be as good of game as any for a Will McDonald come out party. He seems like a perfect fit against Iowas zone running scheme. Vance fully earned his start though.
No offense, but I think I'll trust the coaches eyes over yours....