Moderators CJ Vogel Posted February 16 Moderators Share Posted February 16 We currently sit 32 days away from the beginning of spring football at The University of Texas. As our Gerry Hamilton has continued to say, this spring session will be one of the most anticipated spring football periods in decades. As another week of practice concludes, I wanted to share some notes on a couple of early enrollees on the offensive side of the ball as the group gets one week deeper into their college careers. *** The Texas offseason conditioning course changes throughout the week to provide different looks for each workout, but for the most part, there is a consistent approach in the following set-up: Mat Drills, Stations and gassers or 110's to round things up at the conclusion of the day. Torre Becton's staff has thrown in a number of agility drills set to improve change of direction speed, as well as focusing on acceleration out of breaks. This has remained a constant this offseason for anyone wondering. *** Starting on offense, we have continued to pound the drum for WR Ryan Wingo over the past few weeks, but man, I continue to hear very encouraging tidbits on the former five-star. He has all of the tools to get on the field right away. A surprise to me has been WR Freddie Dubose. I expected there to be a slow curve in development, though Dubose bought into the weight room immediately and is now sitting north of 185 pounds. Another steady riser. Speaking of newcomers that adopted the college weight room lifestyle – Jerrick Gibson is another name that deserves mentioning. No surprise obviously, but Gibson might be the most physically filled out back in the room at the moment. For QB Trey Owens, he is going the opposite in terms of weight to guys like Colin Simmons and Freddie Dubose. Owens weighed in at 238 pounds San Antonio for the All American Bowl at the beginning of January. When the spring roster is announced and released, it would not surprise me to see Owens sub-230. This might not come off as a big surprise, but Daniel Cruz has been a rabid animal in these workouts. He attacks each workout session very aggressively and has been mentioned as someone who brings the most out of his group when in team settings. Encouraging. The hope is to add another 10+ pounds to Brandon Baker's frame by the beginning of the season. Baker came to campus sitting right around 290 pounds, and word is the staff would prefer him north of 305 before kickoff this fall. View full news 20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlcollins519 Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 great stuff CJ 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Strangemood Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 Thanks CJ. Any word on Tiaoalii Savea? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drunk randoke Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 Cruz is gonna be a stud. Soon. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators CJ Vogel Posted February 16 Author Moderators Share Posted February 16 1 minute ago, Doc Strangemood said: Thanks CJ. Any word on Tiaoalii Savea? Will check in there, as well as the rest of the portalers. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Gerry Hamilton Posted February 16 Moderators Share Posted February 16 I'll add this ... Trevor Goosby is said to be looking very good headed into spring practice. Connor Stroh continues to be on a good development curve at guard. 20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Five Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 Will Cruz be working exclusively at center? Really excited about our RB room. I'm curious to see how we juggle everyone, or attempt to. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Gerry Hamilton Posted February 16 Moderators Share Posted February 16 2 minutes ago, Red Five said: Will Cruz be working exclusively at center? Really excited about our RB room. I'm curious to see how we juggle everyone, or attempt to. Yep. Center is the plan for Cruz. Can't rul out some reps at guard, but his position at Texas is seen as center inside the building. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators CJ Vogel Posted February 16 Author Moderators Share Posted February 16 4 minutes ago, Red Five said: Will Cruz be working exclusively at center? Really excited about our RB room. I'm curious to see how we juggle everyone, or attempt to. Yep! Cruz moved to center full time ahead of his senior season in high school to prep for where Texas would use him when he arrived on campus. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Russ Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 Are we thinking Red is going to portal out? Haven't heard much on him lately. Hopefully we are able to use in a specialty role Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Five Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 Just now, Nate Russ said: Are we thinking Red is going to portal out? Haven't heard much on him lately. Hopefully we are able to use in a specialty role Baxter, Blue, Gibson, and Clark aren't going anywhere. That leaves Red and Wisner. No knowledge at all but my money would be on Red, unfortunately. If we bring back all six in the fall that's a pretty nice recruiting job by the staff. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators CJ Vogel Posted February 16 Author Moderators Share Posted February 16 2 minutes ago, Nate Russ said: Are we thinking Red is going to portal out? Haven't heard much on him lately. Hopefully we are able to use in a specialty role We will see this spring, but at some point I would imagine he sees himself as more than a specialty role player. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Russ Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 4 minutes ago, CJ Vogel said: We will see this spring, but at some point I would imagine he sees himself as more than a specialty role player. Yeah I agree…he’s got raw talent and competitiveness. Would kill at a smaller school. Just hate to see him go. Can you imagine a wildcat with Red, Baxter, and Blue 😂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bwub60 Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 Any news on Guellette? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaseMcCoyTruther Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 Anything on the transfers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Five Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 I would say that Wisner should get some of those Keilan Robinson type touches..... if I didn't already want those going to Blue. So not sure where that leaves Wisner. I'd say it might be easier if a switch to slot WR was made, but we've got dudes there too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Russ Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 3 minutes ago, Red Five said: I would say that Wisner should get some of those Keilan Robinson type touches..... if I didn't already want those going to Blue. So not sure where that leaves Wisner. I'd say it might be easier if a switch to slot WR was made, but we've got dudes there too. Nothing but good problems...love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Gerry Hamilton Posted February 16 Moderators Share Posted February 16 6 minutes ago, CaseMcCoyTruther said: Anything on the transfers? Yep. Bobby Burton had some stuff earlier in the week ... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlakeMay Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 Awesome News! Much appreciated! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Gerry Hamilton Posted February 16 Moderators Share Posted February 16 20 minutes ago, Bwub60 said: Any news on Guellette? Nothing new other than continue to hear he's one of the top pound-for-pound athletes on the team headed into spring. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoachBobbyFinstock Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 A two guys that’s been around that I’m hoping has a good spring is Vasek and Tapp. It would be huge for Tapp to be consistent and Vasek to be healthy. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HookemHorns Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 Very surprised to read a Dubose note this early. Good sign. Surprising, but a pleasant one. Love that note on Cruz. He was one of my very favorite recruits. Just seems like a guy that will maximize. He will be a leader too. That was a big get by Flood. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators CJ Vogel Posted February 16 Author Moderators Share Posted February 16 2 minutes ago, CoachBobbyFinstock said: A two guys that’s been around that I’m hoping has a good spring is Vasek and Tapp. It would be huge for Tapp to be consistent and Vasek to be healthy. Hoping to see Vasek completely healthy for the spring. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Gerry Hamilton Posted February 16 Moderators Share Posted February 16 2 minutes ago, CoachBobbyFinstock said: A two guys that’s been around that I’m hoping has a good spring is Vasek and Tapp. It would be huge for Tapp to be consistent and Vasek to be healthy. Such a tough deal with Vasek. He's still not where he needs to be health wise, but hopefully he can get back. 4 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Gerry Hamilton Posted February 16 Moderators Share Posted February 16 1 minute ago, HookemHorns said: Very surprised to read a Dubose note this early. Good sign. Surprising, but a pleasant one. Love that note on Cruz. He was one of my very favorite recruits. Just seems like a guy that will maximize. He will be a leader too. That was a big get by Flood. For those that may not know when Dubose committed ... I talked to a college head coach that recruited Dubose ... "Freak athlete that could be really good if he stays healthy and learns the position." I'm an interested observer. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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