WolvinLA2

September 4th, 2011 at 5:55 AM ^

I used to be a Kovacs hater - I wanted MRob or someone to take his place, but I've completely changed my opinion, that dude's a stud, no doubt about it. One of the best players on our defense and we're lucky to have him.

Omar Comin Yo

September 4th, 2011 at 7:51 AM ^

It's pretty damn funny reading all of these blogs and hearing how one game against Western Michigan has changed their opinion.The kid has always had a nose for the ball. That's a fact. It really blows my mind why he's been so hated. He's been one of the only bright spots on defense besides Mike Martin for sometime.

Michigasling

September 4th, 2011 at 1:57 PM ^

Kovacs was injured in high school and, as I think he put it, "made the mistake" of telling the coaches so (and that he'd had surgery?), so he didn't make the team his freshman year.  Eventually he got healthy.  VERY healthy, from the looks of it.

Similarly for the Brink panic: He was a basketball player and didn't even play football until mid-way through high school.  So both are guys who weren't getting recruiting attention and needed some time to catch up.  But they both have the "I'll show you" attitude and work ethic that makes up for any possible physical limitations.  Lots of examples from the NFL of players being passed on because their combine numbers aren't as spectacular as others' only to prove that speed, weight and arm length aren't everything.

SMFH58

September 4th, 2011 at 7:28 AM ^

What happened to chin straps that modern day helmets do not stay on players’ heads? I feel that both college and pro players should receive a penalty if their helmet comes off. It is a dangerous epidemic and seems to me happens today in one game about as many times as it used to happen in a whole season.

BlueGoM

September 4th, 2011 at 7:32 AM ^

Some respect for this kid.  Look, he's a good football player.  He's not the fastest guy out there but he can play the game, period.

Hopefully now people won't be all "OMG WALK ON" whenever his name is brought up.  That got old 2 years ago.

 

South Bend Wolverine

September 4th, 2011 at 8:40 AM ^

I can understand the worries over his lack of speed, esp. given the weakness of the whole secondary.  Even so, though, you're right on - he was one of our best tacklers the last couple years, and it's great to see him get the respect he has earned for himself.

w2j2

September 4th, 2011 at 8:35 AM ^

Other guys played well, also...

Jake Ryan, Courtney Avery, J.T. Floyd, Mike Martin, Herron obviously, Demons.....

Tousaint, Shaw,  Molk, Hemingway, the list goes on.

Denard with no turnovers,

Koger took a head shot and got right up.

Gibbons!  The PAT miss was a breach in the line, not his kick.

 

 

bronxblue

September 4th, 2011 at 8:43 AM ^

Nice pictures.  Iowa and Wiscy always find ways of turning walk-ons into defensive stars - maybe Kouvacs will be that guy for UM.  Looked like a beast yesterday, and has been a good tackler for three years now.  

U Fer M

September 4th, 2011 at 8:57 AM ^

I think we finally have coaches that use the talent we have and put those kids in positions to be successful. The scheme, the scheme, the scheme!!

moredamnsound

September 4th, 2011 at 10:26 AM ^

The second to last picture with Kovacs walking away while Carder was still on the ground reminds me of the picture of Branch walking away from PSU's QB a couple of years back. Branch's picture was a little more awesome, but these were pretty damn cool.

bfradette

September 4th, 2011 at 10:36 AM ^

Well, to be honest, Kovac's been my fave player for a couple years, because he is living my dream. Slow white DB wearing the winged helmet, and rocking despite the odds.

However, after watching LSU last night, as much as it pains me, there are guys who are just so much better that there won't be room for him at the top unless he plays like that every game.

Charlie Chunk

September 4th, 2011 at 10:58 AM ^

Now that's what I call MAN BALL!  Kovacs can bring it!  His hits changed the direction of that game.  Carder was rattled and lost his composure.

That's a whole different kind of pressure.  Go Blue!

Dallas Wolverine

September 4th, 2011 at 12:46 PM ^

He is also a good open field tackler. Bottom line is he is a baller! I hope by the end of the season there is some serious consideration for All-American. Lets just take it one at a time for now though.

Hail!