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[ajspatio19]

I might be the only one and I'll eat my words if it doesn't pan out but I'm very excited about what Rocco has to offer at the QB position. I liked what I saw out of him in the few instances we got to see him last year and I think he'll really settle in to a good spot with some consistency in his playing time. He showed some athleticism and the ability to make accurate throws, he just needs to get used to the D1 game speed. I know Kohl is gonna give him a run for his money and doesn't want to redshirt, but I honestly think he could use a full year in the weight room to beef up and protect himself from injury. After that year it's anybody's job and that's a good problem to have in my opinion. Anybody else feeling slightly optimistic despite the recent news on the gambling front?

 

[s_ford]

I might be the only one and I'll eat my words if it doesn't pan out but I'm very excited about what Rocco has to offer at the QB position. I liked what I saw out of him in the few instances we got to see him last year and I think he'll really settle in to a good spot with some consistency in his playing time. He showed some athleticism and the ability to make accurate throws, he just needs to get used to the D1 game speed. I know Kohl is gonna give him a run for his money and doesn't want to redshirt, but I honestly think he could use a full year in the weight room to beef up and protect himself from injury. After that year it's anybody's job and that's a good problem to have in my opinion. Anybody else feeling slightly optimistic despite the recent news on the gambling front?

No. The staff believed that Dekkers was by far the best option.

 

[JM4CY]

I’ve interacted with both Rocco and Hunter. Rocco is a hell of a lot more personable and has more likeability. No idea if that means he’ll be a good QB but it will be easier to root for him.

 

[azhuth09]

I might be the only one and I'll eat my words if it doesn't pan out but I'm very excited about what Rocco has to offer at the QB position. I liked what I saw out of him in the few instances we got to see him last year and I think he'll really settle in to a good spot with some consistency in his playing time. He showed some athleticism and the ability to make accurate throws, he just needs to get used to the D1 game speed. I know Kohl is gonna give him a run for his money and doesn't want to redshirt, but I honestly think he could use a full year in the weight room to beef up and protect himself from injury. After that year it's anybody's job and that's a good problem to have in my opinion. Anybody else feeling slightly optimistic despite the recent news on the gambling front?

I’ve been team Rocco since he stepped on campus. I don’t care if you can throw a ball 80 yards if you’re constantly giving it to the other team.

 

[ajspatio19]

No. The staff believed that Dekkers was by far the best option.

Well ya gotta trust a man who bets on himself! Honestly I would've thought Dekkers was the best option too last year. Rocco was a true freshman last year and Dekkers was hyped up by everybody to be this awesome QB.

 

[ajspatio19]

I’ve been team Rocco since he stepped on campus. I don’t care if you can throw a ball 80 yards if you’re constantly giving it to the other team.

I was that way with Re-al Mitchell. Was hoping he would be able to turn in to something at ISU but obviously hard to do when you're stuck behind Purdy.

 

[werdnamanhill]

Rocking with rocco

 

[CyCloned]

It will be whatever it is in the end. The whole situation sucks but the coaches have probably known for months that Dekkers was not going to be available this year. The betting on ISU just cements the deal forever. At least it sounds like there are some decent options at QB. I just hope that there are no more players lost to this mess.

 

[Cyclonepride]

Whatever happens, it's going to be interesting. I'm going to guess that Rocco starts, with Hughes sharing some time to start the season, probably in the guise of a change of pace. Perhaps Kohl becomes a factor later in the year if he really starts showing his stuff or the other two just aren't getting it done.

 

[acoustimac]

Thread title is creative…not too soon. 4.1 out of 5

 

[KnappShack]

I’ve interacted with both Rocco and Hunter. Rocco is a hell of a lot more personable and has more likeability. No idea if that means he’ll be a good QB but it will be easier to root for him.

Rocco and Hunter would be one hell of a buddy cop movie

 

[Stormin]

No. The staff believed that Dekkers was by far the best option.

Last year. Mental part of the game was where he struggled. Bad decisions. Looks like Hunter has the same struggles off the field as well. Stupid is as stupid does.

 

[mj4cy]

Have to almost treat this like Dekkers went down with an injury and Rocco is the man. Much easier now to prepare as the #1 vs. be thrown in the 2nd quarter of the first game.

 

[mitchforcy]

I’ve interacted with both Rocco and Hunter. Rocco is a hell of a lot more personable and has more likeability. No idea if that means he’ll be a good QB but it will be easier to root for him.

Dekkers is one of the more unlikeable ISU football players I've known. Rocco is a great dude and will be a good QB and leader.

 

[ClonesFTW]

Dekkers is one of the more unlikeable ISU football players I've known.

How so? Genuinely curious (outside of the obvious with the gambling situation)

 

[Naddafinga]

It's an ugly situation to be in for the team. In the news for the wrong reasons. However on the field I'm not that concerned about changing to our other options at QB. I think among the other guys whoever wins the job will give us just as good of an opportunity as Dekkers did based on his 1 year as the starter. Whether or not Dekkers would have taken a huge leap in development I guess we'll never know.

 

[mitchforcy]

How so? Genuinely curious (outside of the obvious with the gambling situation)

Very arrogant and has the feel of someone who has never been told no. Basically the opposite of Brock.

 

[JM4CY]

How so? Genuinely curious (outside of the obvious with the gambling situation)

He was a d*ck to kids from my experience.

 

[swiacy]

It may or may not be a factor but if you are a starting QB on a P5 team, 100% of your mental focus has to be on your job. You can’t be sitting in the film room thinking in the back of your mind about the point spread and how much to place on a game. I trust this is a wake up call for Campbell and the team. I hope the RB’s are healthy because they will be key on whether the 3 QB’s have a chance. Whoever starts better be ready because they will be yanked pretty quick if they make mistakes. I think all 3 are being considered as starters with the JC QB slightly below Rocco & Kohl.

 

[werdnamanhill]

Who remembers the last time we had a JUCO transfer start a game at QB...