Ross Douglas moving from RB to Slot Receiver

Submitted by redwhiteandMGOBLUE on

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Douglas adjusting to another position change

When the Wolverines added Southern Cal transfer Ty Isaac over the summer, head coach Brady Hoke was unflinching on Douglas’ future, stating that he would stay at running back. But with the start of fall camp, Douglas has already headed to a new spot, now lining up at slot receiver.

“It’s for the team. That’s the biggest thing is that it’s for the team,” said Douglas of the move at Michigan’s media day Sunday. “I can do a lot of things based off my speed and athleticism, so wherever the team needs me, that’s where I’ll play.”

With a year already spent watching from the sideline, Douglas is excited about the chance to take the field this season. However, he knows he still has a lot to learn at his new spot, and is working hard to adjust to the challenge.

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LSAClassOf2000

August 10th, 2014 at 7:18 PM ^

It isn't just Ross Douglas, but the other players who have experienced shifts under this staff really do exude a team-oriented attitude and are willing to do what it takes to best serve the team. That's one perk of the atmosphere surrounding this team and this staff. I also like to hear these things from players. 

As for his shift, I do find it interesting, but then we don't know a lot about the extent of the evaluations that will occur with the shift to inside zone. I have a feeling that we might see an offense which, from a personnel standpoint, is decidedly unlike last year in a few places, that's for sure. 

pearlw

August 10th, 2014 at 7:03 PM ^

Depth chart by class just updated on site for his position change. I just found out the other day that users could update that thing. Ive been complaining for weeks about how that scholarship count was wrong and other errors when all the time I could correct them myself.

Magnus

August 10th, 2014 at 8:06 PM ^

I guess I'm not really getting the whole "James Rogers Trophy" thing. He only played two positions at Michigan - cornerback and wide receiver. There are lots of players who have played multiple positions at Michigan. If we're handing out a trophy, maybe it should go to Brennen Beyer - he went from SAM linebacker to weakside end to SAM linebacker to weakside end to strongside end. Cam Gordon went from wide receiver to free safety to weakside linebacker to SAM linebacker. There are plenty of others who have played two positions - Obi Ezeh, Mark Moundros, Obi Oluigbo, John Ferrara, William Campbell, Quinton Washington, Carson Butler, Ryan Mundy, etc. It's a pretty common thing in college football.

Mmmm Hmmm

August 10th, 2014 at 9:20 PM ^

Fair enough...if memory serves, he got bounced between those two positions multiple times. That was the gist of the comment, not the fact that he played two positions. Also, he wasn't playing offense for a bit out of personal preference and then playing out of position another like Cam Gordon.

Wolverine Devotee

August 10th, 2014 at 7:18 PM ^

Guys.....I think the coaches know something about Ty Isaac's status.

Until we find out for sure, here's the first Ty Isaac sighting in Maize and Blue

ಠ_ಠ

August 10th, 2014 at 7:29 PM ^

I've got a lot of respect for Ross Douglas. Most players, I imagine, would be upset with the situation and perhaps even transfer to a school where they could see the field at their preferred positions. Douglas seems to have very positive attitude and is committed to doing whatever gives the team a better chance at success. Guys like him are valuable even if they don't ultimately become impact players.

Tyrone Biggums

August 10th, 2014 at 8:30 PM ^

If Isaac is actually eligible this year I guess that places Ross #4 at slot as opposed to #6 at RB. Better chance to see the field and get some playing time outside of ST. Great attitude, he'll be successful no matter what.

Perkis-Size Me

August 10th, 2014 at 8:32 PM ^

Love his attitude. I have to imagine most kids in his situation would be upset with having to change positions. Much less change positions twice. Hope he can make a big impact.