WRs: 2013 vs. 2014
After reading the First Look: Offense 2014, I started thinking about the now freshman class of receivers compared to the incoming class.
(It's kinda fun to have some depth here!)
Since we really have seen nothing as far as playing time so far from the '13 class, and the '14 class seems to be much higher rated, I was just wondering what you all think we will see next year.
Who do you think gets more playing time?
Dukes/Jones/York
or
Canteen/Harris/Ways
January 1st, 2014 at 2:11 PM ^
Yeah, I think Darboh will be the #1 WR coming into next season. I was talking about for the 13/14 guys the OP mentioned.
January 1st, 2014 at 3:00 PM ^
Ah gotcha well then I have to agree that Michigan really needs to see something good out of Harris. Michigan really needs a big play guy and the more they can get the better.
January 1st, 2014 at 2:59 PM ^
Agree with his big play ability. I think we will see a smiliar receiver to Jr. Hemingway where he can use his size to make big plays.
January 1st, 2014 at 1:11 PM ^
- Funchess - Whenever he isn't at TE
- Chesson - Looked solid, can block
- Darboh - skeptical of the hype till he plays after Jerald Robinson
- Canteen - route-running hype is tantalizing
- Harris - Crazy offer list reflects talent
- Norfleet - screen threat
- Jones - top '13 wideout?
- Dukes - is tall I guess
- York - special teams
- Ways - will be behind EE classmates
January 1st, 2014 at 1:13 PM ^
This looks almost dead on though I would put Darboh ahead of Chesson. Darboh was going to be the start last year before his injury. I might even put Canteen ahead of Chesson because he's that ridiculously good at route running and has very good hands. Still though, I like this list. Ways almost certainly redshirts.
January 1st, 2014 at 5:58 PM ^
I tend to value proven production (Chesson relative to Darboh) more heavily. A lot of what was said about Darboh was also said about Jerald Robinson. I expect AD to be a solid player but Chesson has an edge in experience for now.
January 1st, 2014 at 7:29 PM ^
Yeah but it's not the hype where you here a ton of good things and then the player rides the bench. Darboh was set to be the starter this year before injury. Plus, it's not like Chesson had a huge year. He had right around 20 catches right? I'm guessing Darboh will at least match that this year. Either way, we both pretty much agree on the list. Both Darboh and Chesson should help the team next year.
January 1st, 2014 at 3:05 PM ^
There is no denying Harris' talent, but he might just be too small right now. It will be interesting how much weight he can add as an EE. Because of that I might move him down your list a couple spots.
January 1st, 2014 at 1:28 PM ^
I hope Harris sees the field. Yeah he needs to put on weight, but when you are that fast you can get away with it.
January 1st, 2014 at 1:34 PM ^
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January 1st, 2014 at 1:43 PM ^
I would prefer Michigan adopt a rather open approach to talent and playmaking ability as it regards playcalling than force the talent to adopt to some prevailing idea about successful offensive strategy. I just think having a qb who can run as opposed to having one who can't, makes you a more dynamic team.
Now, the difference in this thinking begins and ends with ability and execution, since the practicality of any offense is entirely based on your effectiveness to make any play work when its called. But it would be better to have a veteran starter who can run than a straight dropback passer who can barely escape pressure, especially when you have Oline issues.
January 1st, 2014 at 2:19 PM ^
January 1st, 2014 at 2:45 PM ^
Gardner can run too. Morris doesn't do that as well as DG.
January 1st, 2014 at 2:51 PM ^
He had a pretty nice run against Kansas State. You are right though that Devin Gardner brings a different dimension.
January 1st, 2014 at 4:10 PM ^
January 1st, 2014 at 2:48 PM ^
What is nice if the fact that Michigan finally has some depth at key positions. I am sure they will find some guys to contribute.
January 1st, 2014 at 3:09 PM ^
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Field corner: Peppers
Running back: Peppers
Free safety: Peppers
January 1st, 2014 at 3:35 PM ^
January 1st, 2014 at 3:47 PM ^
I think that Funchess and Darboh will get the bulk of the catches along with Butt and a few from Chesson.
Of the 2013 and 2014 guys, I was thinking that Harris and Canteen would both make an impact, but I was surprised to watch their highlight tapes and see how skinny they are. Granted Harris' tape was from 2012 so maybe he's put on good weight while injured (?). Ways did not look as skinny, so maybe he'll play. All of them are very talented.
My bet is 1-2 of the 2014 guys contribute with some big plays and that if it's only one of them that Jones will be the other WR getting PT.
January 1st, 2014 at 7:38 PM ^
Adrian Arrinton played his freshman season at 175. Canteen is coming in at 175 and he's enrolling early. So I have no doubt that he will add the needed weight to contribute this season. Also for comparison sake Ty Hilton was drafted at 178 pounds, so Canteen will be fine. For that matter, Harris is listed at 180 minimum on every site, so he's bigger than I imagined. He may actually be fine when it comes to weight and strength gains his first year too.
January 1st, 2014 at 3:47 PM ^
No evidence or anything here. But just from pure speculation I would assume the '13 guys get the bulk this coming year. However, I think the '14 class of WR's all have star potential and therefore, down the road, I think the '14 class will go down as one of our best WR classes ever. They're all different receivers to me, which is exactly what you want in one class.
January 1st, 2014 at 4:09 PM ^
i think this group takes a step back in '14, unfortunately. like the te's, but i think we need at least one player step up big time. that was true of a lot of groups in 2013, and pretty much accross the board it didnt happen.
as for qb controversy, if there was a debate (i dont think there is) the tie braker would be the road heavy schedule. got to stick with the 5th year senior over young guy.
January 1st, 2014 at 4:27 PM ^
He's very thin too. I not sure he could be physical enough against Big Ten corners and safeties. I wouldn't be surprised if he redshirted just to bulk up.
January 1st, 2014 at 5:14 PM ^
i think austin jackson missed about 6 weeks this year with what was not considered a serious hamstring injury .
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