Are you already worried about DPJ not living up to his lofty rankings?
Consensus top 25 overall player in his class, so far has looked good but not great. Obviously he has an excuse last year with nobody to deliver him the ball, but in general his body of work looks more like a high 3* or low 4* recruit at this point in his Michigan career.
Obviously the guy is going to be successful as hell, and could very well be prepping himself to go straight to Medical School without any career in football beyond college. But is anybody else just a tad underwhelmed with DPJ up to this point?
September 12th, 2018 at 10:09 PM ^
I did a review of DPJ's number to date (pre-season about a month ago) and compared him to some of the more recent prominent WR's at Michigan in the past 20 years. So far he is projecting very similar to David Terrell and is in good company. Unfortunately for him however, it looks like the tackle situation could have a significant impact on this year's numbers. Here's a link to that diary post.
https://mgoblog.com/diaries/projecting-dpj-aka-david-terrell-20
September 12th, 2018 at 10:30 PM ^
I am holding out hope that this site finally rolls out the "see how positive/negative a post is" feature, because while I could have assumed this was going to be a shit show just by the title, it would be nice to know beforehand just how bad it is.
September 12th, 2018 at 10:43 PM ^
Wholly shit ... DPJ is 10/10 on UFR with a TD and the steadiest hand on the WR core. He hasn't missed a play yet. His PFF grade is like #2 in the league for WRs. Wholly shit, he is having a great start to the season.
September 12th, 2018 at 11:18 PM ^
Agreed. DPJ is not the 5 star all world Receiver were were left to believe and what his measurables would leave most to believe
Sources in camp describe him as not being comfortable in the number 1 role and that Tarik Black was frequently his confidence booster
I think DPJ is a fine 2nd-3rd option tile guy. I think him being so young and thrust into the starting role with sub par quarterbacking has hurt his development a bit
On a side note the fascism and group think is at an all-time high on this board. Alot of Nazis prowling around after ever mediocre victory going back to last year stifling any dissenting opinion.
I enjoy this board much more during basketball season when posts slightly critical of the hoops squad aren't immediately shot down by whiney babies
September 13th, 2018 at 12:25 AM ^
Could have sworn I read that you got banned...
September 13th, 2018 at 9:06 AM ^
Differing opinions are fine if they are supported with actual data. The OP was nothing more than a very stupid hawt take.
September 13th, 2018 at 9:48 AM ^
" DPJ is not the 5 star all world Receiver were were left to believe and what his measurables would leave most to believe "
He's pretty much exactly what I expected. 5 star receivers largely DON'T live up to their hype.
2010-2015 recruiting classes contained 24 5 star receivers.
Of the 24:
5 met expectations (multiple All Conference, AA, 800+ yd, 7+ TD average year)
7 were slightly under (All Conference, 500+ yd, 4+ TD average year)
2 were way under (no honors, 300+ yd, 2+ TD average year)
10 were busts (no honors, <200yd, 1 TD average year)
Of the 6 #1 receivers:
2 met expectations (Calvin Ridley, Laquon Treadwell)
1 was slightly under (Dorial Green-Beckham)
1 was way under (Speedy Noil)
2 were busts (George Farmer, Kyle Prater)
September 13th, 2018 at 10:10 PM ^
The last thing anyone needs is for more "fascism" and "Nazi" bullshit... Unless someone is a national socialist they're not a Nazi. Cut the shit
September 13th, 2018 at 12:36 AM ^
What the hell is wrong with you? He's a ****ing sophomore. Give the kid a break.
September 13th, 2018 at 12:36 AM ^
Worst thread I've seen in a long time. The kid is a true sophomore, didn't even have a position coach last year.He's going to be and IS doing just fine
September 13th, 2018 at 2:40 AM ^
this thread is bullshit. that said, DPJ reminds me a lot of Steve Breaston, who had a solid career at UM.
September 13th, 2018 at 5:43 AM ^
It is way more than a tad underwhelmed for me. Average player at best imo.
September 13th, 2018 at 5:45 AM ^
Yes, its fair to say that he hasn't looked like a 5* recruit so far. He obviously had some things working against him last year but a 5* WR should be an elite athlete and he hasn't shown that yet.
He didn't come in as polished as a TBlack, nor does it seem like he's made the jump that Nico Collins did this summer. Even someone like Cody White at MSU has adjusted to the college game at a more rapid rate.
His development/improvement this year is crucial, but I would be (pleasantly) surprised if he ever approached the production or level of play of a 5*. I agree that he looks like a high 3* at this point.
September 13th, 2018 at 6:38 AM ^
In a word, no.
September 13th, 2018 at 7:18 AM ^
For a top 25 player I thought he would already be a stud like Tee Higgins. He lacks cutting ability and aggressiveness. He seems a notch too slow(game speed) right now except for obviously when hes in the open field he has great speed.
September 13th, 2018 at 7:42 AM ^
Most of the WR issues in last year had little to do with talent of WR's. It had more to do with QB play. Patterson is just getting warmed up. Starting to see fruits of WR's this past week with a talented QB. WM and SMU will be nice tune ups for the BIG season. Look for WR's and QB to ascend as season goes on. Oline play will improve and the sour taste of opening week and last year will be a distant memory.
September 13th, 2018 at 8:12 AM ^
I don't think so.... he made a couple of plays in this game that made me go wow!
- The TD grab was not an easy catch, and he was able to get 2+ feet down on it.
- The crossing route grab he made was an athletic catch, then he almost got in....
They're doing more quick hits with the passing game, w/roll outs...that's not going to lead towards Braylonfest results
September 13th, 2018 at 8:24 AM ^
No, considering the shit show at QB last year and DPJ getting a connection with Mineral... I mean Shea.
September 13th, 2018 at 8:27 AM ^
Great question and post. I am underwhelmed by DPJ. Remember he spurned OSU to come to UM and his on of his best mates is Mike Weber, who is at OSU of course. DPJ looks lost running routes, is below average on blocking, and pretty much looks clueless on punt returns. He has the athletic skills, he just needs to stay focused and watch more film and practice his craft. He has a lot of potential.
September 13th, 2018 at 10:15 PM ^
I don't disagree.
Are you Australian, mate?
September 13th, 2018 at 9:12 AM ^
Worried? Never gave it a thought, why, wassup?
September 13th, 2018 at 9:39 AM ^
It is only 2 games into the Sophomore season... Last year corners could maul our receivers since we had no QB, no OL so last year's numbers do not matter... So far this season he is doing well even though I am sure he was is the main target for defenders... Now with Nico balling out and the fact we have a QB DPJ's numbers will improve... I guarantee it because my opinion holds absolutely no weight in this scenario...
September 13th, 2018 at 10:03 AM ^
Definitely not. Context matters and it has basically been 2 games with a competent QB that he's working with and the most recent one was a blowout win in which we had a dominating rushing attack and throwing the ball was not necessary.
If anything, I've seen his incredible athleticism in play on the punt returns.
So no. Not at all.
September 13th, 2018 at 10:20 AM ^
R E L A X
September 13th, 2018 at 10:50 AM ^
Next question.
September 13th, 2018 at 1:39 PM ^
I am not, no.
September 13th, 2018 at 3:00 PM ^
This thread is silly. He played as a true freshman with quite possibly the worst qb in the conference and a poorly conceived passing game. On top of that he was a very raw talent. I think you will see steady improvement from him throughout this season with a chance to be special as a JR/SR. He will need to to get a little sharper with his releases and routes and getting in and out of breaks. Gifted athlete, but needs a little seasoning.
September 13th, 2018 at 10:13 PM ^
He will be just fine. Just because a kid is rated as a 5* doesn't mean that he will come in as a 18-19 year old and light the league on fire. Lots of variables at play (o line, QB, etc)
September 13th, 2018 at 10:17 PM ^
He reminds me of Peppers.... Phenomenal athlete who isn't quite suited to be dominant at one single position. Maybe they should try moving him around like they did with Pep
September 15th, 2018 at 5:45 PM ^
This is aging well.
On another note, if DPJ is one of many players that read these threads, let’s start similar ones for everyone.
September 15th, 2018 at 6:14 PM ^
This officially just became the most embarrassing thread in Blog history.
September 15th, 2018 at 6:14 PM ^
This dumbass thread sure has aged well.
September 15th, 2018 at 6:16 PM ^
This thread is great. Please make one next week about Gary or Patterson
September 15th, 2018 at 6:21 PM ^
3 touchdowns (and counting) since this thread was created. Bump for the lolOP