2018 Starting QB, who you got?
December 11th, 2017 at 4:14 PM ^
December 12th, 2017 at 6:40 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 3:04 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:32 PM ^
Whoever wins the QB competition in spring and fall.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:34 PM ^
Peters. The engine started turning over in the Wisconsin game. And I have a sneaky feeling that the NCAA doesn't feel like they owe Harbaugh any favors. If Peters can keep his head screwed on, he'll give us another win in picturesque South Bend.
December 11th, 2017 at 3:08 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 3:21 PM ^
He wouldn't have transferred if he didn't think he was going to get a waiver.
December 12th, 2017 at 11:47 AM ^
on the outcome. Several of the transferring players (rising juniors) are working with an attorney regarding their appeal and a few seem to think that the NCAA is going to allow them to play immediately.
This is an excerpt from another article on MGoBlog, that referenced an interview of Deontay Anderson by Andrew Vailliencourt
---Although not officially declared eligible yet for next season, Anderson is highly confident that he will be cleared for next season — as well as both Patterson and Jefferson. The three share a lawyer.
“I’m very optimistic about it,” Anderson said. “We’re still waiting to hear from the NCAA, but they’ve been on our side the last couple weeks about it, so I don’t have any doubt in my mind.”---
December 12th, 2017 at 12:37 PM ^
The NCAA has a strong interest in facilitating transfers out of dirty programs. Allowing athletes to immediately play elsewhere is good for the athletes, it enhances the effect of NCAA sanctions, and the only party even arguably harmed is the one least likely to have valid recourse against the NCAA. I expect the transferring players wil get their eligibility.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:34 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:35 PM ^
Peters. Like Shea in depth chart though.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:35 PM ^
the Wildcat on the first snap, so Evans or McDoom
December 11th, 2017 at 2:52 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:36 PM ^
I think on paper, Patterson was brought in with a legitimate shot to win the starting job. As in, he was told that, and honestly so.
But in terms of expectations I think his primary purpose is to be a spooky in Peters' rear view mirror so he doesn't get QB Royalty Syndrome. I.e., his main value is to make Peters a better QB in case McCaffery can't close the gap.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:38 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:38 PM ^
is that Harbaugh isn't going to get caught behind the 8 ball with QB's again. He is going to keep pursuing the best players to make his team better and more competitive. We should be happy we have a coach that is going out and getting stuff done and is never ready to say "this team is the best it can be".
December 11th, 2017 at 2:40 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:41 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:43 PM ^
Now its gonna be fun! Back to the submarine silence next fall. However, I can't get Don Brown's McCaffrey comments out of my head and remember him always near Harbaugh on the sidelines. My guess is Patterson is an upgrade over Rudock, Peters a total upgrade over Rudock, Speight and O'Korn, but for some reason think McCaffrey is Harbaugh's next Luck. Get a hunch, bet a bunch!!
December 11th, 2017 at 2:43 PM ^
Shea isn't coming in with immediate eligibility to ride the pine. One year and done, then it's Peters' gig.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:44 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:50 PM ^
I mean, if Darnold leaves this year, who are the top QB prospects for that draft class?
Patterson definitely has the arm strength and the mobility to go early, it all depends on if he can improve his accuracy this coming season.
December 11th, 2017 at 4:02 PM ^
If Peters wins it I bet he goes to the draft, based on a couple assumptions. If Shea is eligible, and there isn't something like a bigtime injury, the winner may well end up being a top 5 QB next year.
Then each gets 1 year to ball out win 3 straight titles and everyone leaves happy.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:44 PM ^
hoping for 2 years of shea, then 2 years of mccaffrey
December 11th, 2017 at 2:46 PM ^
Shea will be the starter
December 11th, 2017 at 2:47 PM ^
I cant believe how many people here are saying Peters. Shea Patterson is not some average QB. He is not transfering somewhere to not start.
There is not enough evidence for Peters to be the guy.
Sidenote: I was surprised when Speight transferred because I would have put it 75% Speight 25% Peters to start next year. I think Speight transferred because of Patterson not Peters.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:47 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:47 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:48 PM ^
"A rising tide lifts all boats."
Plus, Harbaugh loyalty. Loyalty down begets loyalty up. Hence, Peters' job to lose.
December 11th, 2017 at 3:51 PM ^
December 12th, 2017 at 4:52 AM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:49 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 4:33 PM ^
You must have about 500 alternate user names, Dude.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:49 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:52 PM ^
You've been playing too much NCAAF 14.
But I can dig it.
December 11th, 2017 at 3:00 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 3:06 PM ^
Except that one time when Baylor rushed for 2 miles against UNC in the bowl game because all of their QBs were injured.
December 11th, 2017 at 3:11 PM ^
I'll be happy if our OL will only improve enough to handle 1 effectively and consistently.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:50 PM ^
makes me doubt that he can take the job from Peters. He has serious accuracy issues, plus M's style of play calling is much more demanding. The QB must make reads, adjust plays, notify the team, and execute. With almost two years in the system, Peters clearly has a leg up in that department.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:50 PM ^
Shea will be the starter for ND.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:51 PM ^
Peters will be 2+ years into the Harbuagh offense, with several starts under his belt. He'll have had more of a chance to develop chemistry with the receivers. He's taller, which gives him a slight edge in a pocket-based passing offense. And I think his eventual ceiling is at least as good as Patterson's. Therefore, I think Peters is more likely to start.
Either way, we should have a fantastic group of QBs if we can hang onto everybody.
December 11th, 2017 at 2:52 PM ^
I'll tell you when JH tells me... on Sept 1.
December 12th, 2017 at 7:05 AM ^
you will likely hear from umbig11 prior thereto.
December 12th, 2017 at 4:46 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:54 PM ^
Depends on if the O line can protect decently or not. I think Patterson and his mobility will win the starting role by default if the protection doesn't improve.
December 11th, 2017 at 3:45 PM ^
December 11th, 2017 at 2:54 PM ^
Peters. What do I win?
December 11th, 2017 at 2:59 PM ^
Depth Chart:
1: Peters
2: Patterson
3: McCaffrey
4: Milton (RS)
I'm not thrilled with the Patterson signing. He adds depth but don't see him taking us over the top
December 11th, 2017 at 3:00 PM ^
Only if it has been 4 hours.
December 11th, 2017 at 3:04 PM ^
We go the entire summer CERTAIN that Shea will be named the starter only to find that Peters beat him out sometime in late August