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DeMayonnaise	PSA: Russell Wilson on SportsCenter in a few minutes		Lead	[-]
Posts: 7036 April 17, 2012 12:44 PM FEAR THE VISOR!	Remove this ad Just thought I'd let you know
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good4buck		#1	[url]	[-]
Posts: 4538 April 18, 2012 12:13 AM	I saw the Gruden QB Camp show for the first time last night. Russell has to be one of the most impressive of the 10 QBs he brought in.
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BAJJERFAN		#2	[url]	[-]
Posts: 8545 April 18, 2012 6:29 AM	DeMayonnaise wrote: Just thought I'd let you know Any YouTube links anyone? "I knew Jack Schitt. Jack Schitt was a friend of mine and believe me you're no Jack Schitt".
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SoCalBadger		#3	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1919 April 18, 2012 11:56 AM	Russell was, as always, very impressive during his interview on the show. He was poised, articulate and even witty, demonstrating the type of personality most NFL teams want in their quarterback. And the focus of the piece again was on Wilson's height. But you can count ESPN analyst Brock Huard among those who think that everything positive about Russell Wilson outweighs the one negative of his being only 5'11". Huard used a camera view from behin the Wisconsin offense -- from the first MSU game -- to demonstrate in a sequence of plays how Wilson has no trouble seeing receivers and that the type of defense an NFL team might throw at him doesn't really phase him. On interesting stat they brought out was that while Wilson is considerably shorter than the average height of NFL quarterbacks, which is somewhere north of 6'3", Russell's hands are considerably larger than the NFL average, size 10.5 vs. 9 on average. Huard pointed out this is a huge advantage for Wilson and allows him to "grip it and rip it" to receivers no matter what the route or the situation. Huard also used the play in the fourth quarter of that MSU game in which Russell bought time in the pocket with a nifty spin move before firing a strike to Abby to set up the tying TD. That's the sort of thing NFL teams love, he said. He predicted not only would Wilson be successful in the NFL but he would be drafted a lot higher than people think. -------------- The Democrats are the party that says government will make you smarter, taller, richer, and remove the crabgrass on your lawn. The Republicans are the party that says government doesn't work and then they get elected and prove it. P. J. O'Rourke
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bdgrinmifl		#4	[url]	[-]
Posts: 1026 April 18, 2012 6:41 PM	I watched the replay of the Neb/Badger game on BTN a few days back. What was interesting was watching Wilson's throws to Abbrederis and Toon td passes at the end of the 1st half, after Martinez was intercepted. On both throws, Wilson was starting to receive pressure, and both throws he was able to release the ball earlier with sort of a flip, and did not complete a hard follow through. Both passes were right on the money, and in a position that the defender had no chance for an interception. He had to put some touch/softness on both throws, since he released it a little earlier than he probably wanted to. In fact, the pass to Toon was flipped/lobbed before Toon made his cut. In contrast to that, on several passes...out patterns..when he had to get the ball in, in a hurry, he zipped it in with a full follow through. My point is, that he chose different deliveries that matched the occasion, with the proper touch and pace. I'm not sure if folks who did not follow our season realize just how he changed his throws to match the occasion...and with amazing accuracy. I do think he'll do well in the pros, if given the chance.
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NumenLumen		#5	[url]	[-]
Posts: 10423 April 19, 2012 9:19 AM Shout, shout - let it all out. These are the things I can do without.	bdgrinmifl wrote: I watched the replay of the Neb/Badger game on BTN a few days back. What was interesting was watching Wilson's throws to Abbrederis and Toon td passes at the end of the 1st half, after Martinez was intercepted. On both throws, Wilson was starting to receive pressure, and both throws he was able to release the ball earlier with sort of a flip, and did not complete a hard follow through. Both passes were right on the money, and in a position that the defender had no chance for an interception. He had to put some touch/softness on both throws, since he released it a little earlier than he probably wanted to. In fact, the pass to Toon was flipped/lobbed before Toon made his cut. In contrast to that, on several passes...out patterns..when he had to get the ball in, in a hurry, he zipped it in with a full follow through. My point is, that he chose different deliveries that matched the occasion, with the proper touch and pace. I'm not sure if folks who did not follow our season realize just how he changed his throws to match the occasion...and with amazing accuracy. I do think he'll do well in the pros, if given the chance. UW fans have been treated to very good college QBing in recent years by Stocco and Tolzien. Wilson was clearly on another level. His adaptability, as you describe, is a huge factor. As I have said in other threads, being 5'10 3/4" is a serious problem for most QBs with NFL aspirations. I think Wilson is an exception to that rule. He has such extraordinary skills in other areas that it simply won't matter. Just the opinion of one guy who makes $0 per year on his opinion of athletes....YMMV.
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ryebadger		#6	[url]	[-]
Posts: 5129 April 20, 2012 12:24 AM	bdgrinmifl wrote: I watched the replay of the Neb/Badger game on BTN a few days back. What was interesting was watching Wilson's throws to Abbrederis and Toon td passes at the end of the 1st half, after Martinez was intercepted. On both throws, Wilson was starting to receive pressure, and both throws he was able to release the ball earlier with sort of a flip, and did not complete a hard follow through. Both passes were right on the money, and in a position that the defender had no chance for an interception. He had to put some touch/softness on both throws, since he released it a little earlier than he probably wanted to. In fact, the pass to Toon was flipped/lobbed before Toon made his cut. In contrast to that, on several passes...out patterns..when he had to get the ball in, in a hurry, he zipped it in with a full follow through. My point is, that he chose different deliveries that matched the occasion, with the proper touch and pace. I'm not sure if folks who did not follow our season realize just how he changed his throws to match the occasion...and with amazing accuracy. I do think he'll do well in the pros, if given the chance. Great observation. Both of those TDs were thrown right at the end zone I was sitting in and Wilson's quick decision making/ability to put the ball where he had to in a split second were awesome to watch. I saw the pressure coming but didn't see where he was able to go with the ball. Until he threw it. Right on the money. It was at that point I said to myself we'd better enjoy this kid while we can. I literally saw what makes a QB great right before my eyes. Numen is right. Those guys were really good. Wilson is a level above. I also attended the walk thru practice that Friday afternoon. UW starts at the 50 and works its way down the field against the 1st team D, running at 3/4 speed. They don't work it like it's a real drive but practice a variety of plays from certain spots on the field. Wilson probably threw 30 balls and I'm telling you not one hit the ground. Not one. I looked to the opposite side for comparison, where the 2nd teams were doing the same thing, and the first play I watched was an INT. Wilson is incredibly accurate with the ball. He has more than enough arm strength. His IQ and leadership skills are off the charts. If he can see over UW's line he 'll be fine in the NFL. As always, this post is written with the express proviso that I am not a chicken little. The sky is not falling. My office window does not have a ledge. I'm happy we won. I heard some ranked teams even lost. I'm glad we are not Virginia Tech. I like our coach. I know these are 19 year old kids. The season is young. Mistakes will get cleaned up. Fowler said even Alabama threw an interception once. The other guys are on scholarship, too. After living through the Don morton era, I'm just glad to be here.
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UncleEd2007		#7	[url]	[-]
Posts: 7557 April 20, 2012 7:58 AM	Remove this ad All about the passing lanes for a QB, regardless of height. If the OLine and/or the mobility of the QB is unable to generate passing lanes to get the ball out, yikes. Ben Brust - Refuse to lose!!
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BigAppleBucky		#8	[url]	[-]
Posts: 10755 April 20, 2012 8:54 AM	bdgrinmifl wrote: I watched the replay of the Neb/Badger game on BTN a few days back. What was interesting was watching Wilson's throws to Abbrederis and Toon td passes at the end of the 1st half, after Martinez was intercepted. On both throws, Wilson was starting to receive pressure, and both throws he was able to release the ball earlier with sort of a flip, and did not complete a hard follow through. Both passes were right on the money, and in a position that the defender had no chance for an interception. He had to put some touch/softness on both throws, since he released it a little earlier than he probably wanted to. In fact, the pass to Toon was flipped/lobbed before Toon made his cut. In contrast to that, on several passes...out patterns..when he had to get the ball in, in a hurry, he zipped it in with a full follow through. My point is, that he chose different deliveries that matched the occasion, with the proper touch and pace. I'm not sure if folks who did not follow our season realize just how he changed his throws to match the occasion...and with amazing accuracy. I do think he'll do well in the pros, if given the chance. I noticed that ability of his to just flip it in the NC season. Almost like he's playing catch in a back yard. *** I can see why hordes of Wolfpack fans came by the various Badger boards and wished him well. He's a very charismatic person. I only wish we could have had him four years. Whatever happens in the NFL, he'll do well after football. On, Wisconsin!**
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Combad57		#9	[url]	[-]
Posts: 6737 April 20, 2012 12:21 PM	Both Wilson and Tolzein are amazingly accurate. Wilson has the edge in mobility.
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Badger inohiovalley		#10	[url]	[-]
Posts: 5609 April 20, 2012 1:07 PM	Combad57 wrote: Both Wilson and Tolzein are amazingly accurate. Wilson has the edge in mobility. Wilson also has a much bigger arm than Scott. ----------------------------- "It is official - this is a rebuilding year." - St. Bucky a.k.a., The Seer, re: The Wisconsin Badgers Basketball Team, 12/8/07
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BadgerAlum03		#11	[url]	[-]
Posts: 675 April 20, 2012 8:39 PM	Badger inohiovalley wrote: Combad57 wrote: Both Wilson and Tolzein are amazingly accurate. Wilson has the HUGE edge in mobility. Wilson also has a much bigger arm than Scott. Fixed a few things in the previous posts. I can count on one hand the number of passes thrown by Tolzien that traveled more than 20 yards in the air. He was a master of the 10-15 yd range... Wilson could throw 50 yards on his back foot. "I remember the "what's up with Lance Kendricks" questions when he was red-shirted after being a "big time" recruit. It turns out he was becoming a monster." -NumenLumen
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NYChez		#12	[url]	[-]
Posts: 3399 April 20, 2012 11:53 PM	Thank you Tom O'Brien. I haven't said that enough lately.
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bendbadgersteve	badgeralum03 Reply	#13	[url]	[-]
Posts: 41 April 21, 2012 8:57 PM	Remove this ad "I can count on one hand the number of passes thrown by Tolzien that traveled more than 20 yards in the air..." Let me help you get started. The first pass he threw as a starter was a bomb for a touchdown against NIU. Pretty sure that got more than 20 yds. of air. Pass to Pedersen for the late first down against tOSU in 2010 probably had more than 20 yards. There. Two of five. Anderson's drops in Columbus and Evanston might be two more. Point is, the pros were sufficiently satisfied for him to draw a cheque all of last year. Pretty safe bet his arm isn't as good as Wilson's but more than adequate to be viewed as a servicable pro. Wilson's arm was also dissed by a lot of so-called "experts" prior to the combine. He's extremely talented. Pro scouts are paid to separate bullshit allegations from fact. If they do their homework, he'll stand up really well. I'm one of those who happen to think we've had excellent Q.B. play every year since 2005 but for 2008. I think Donovan's 2007 season was superb. Great wheels and a ton of moxie. He gave us a superlative performance against Illinois with few receivers other than Beckum. Clearly, he wasn't the reason we lost that game. Had he not been beaten in the ground by tOSU, Penn State and Tennessee we might have had a better chance. I believe his 2007 season was the 3rd best total offense season by a Badger player to only Stocco in 2005 and Wilson last year. It's interesting that while we haven't had the success recruiting star-ladened starry-eyed H.S. quarterbacks, proven collegiate Q.B.s with real heads on their shoulders haven't been as tough convincing. Wilson and O'Brien have been there and done that, knowing what's needed around you to be a successful Q.B. They find that at UW. Speaks volumes to me about what we do well offensively.
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