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Brisker is coming back (link)


I think you and I can agree on Penn State being lucky to have Franklin. I think we would disagree on much else, specifically, that the fans on this board like to just bit*h for the sake of it or don't see the HC job for what it is. I think Franklin has been a very poor clock manager(again, coming from a self-described Non-Coach) and I think some of his philosophies can and should be questioned, this is a fan blog after all. That said, he has done yeoman's work this offseason and I hope it results in a big year for the program, for his sake.
 
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You are correct that I once coached.....and spent a lifetime in athletics. Criticism is part of the landscape, and should only concern those "in the arena" if there is some basis in fact for said criticism. I would argue that the constant bitching and whining of some is " obtuse. "
If the 60%you reference have the right to speak their minds.....please explain why that privilege should be denied me.
I find this all very amusing and look forward to those who lead such distressed lives that failing to put a QB under center consumes them. Are you willing to bet if CJF failed to utilize the shotgun snap....the very same posters would not be crying out for that?
If you wish to defend BUT fans ......I loved JVP but.....Franklin is a great recruiter ....but , have at it. Your only mistake in characterizing me is that you may assume that I take this seriously. I laugh at most of it, just like we (my coaches and I) did when we were active.
Stop and take a good look at yourself. Your life is consumed by coming on here and mocking everybody who states an opinion that you don't like - especially if the opinion involves any of the coaches. Your condescending attitude towards anyone that criticizes CJF or any other member of the coaching staff is really tiresome. Okay, you were a high school football coach - good for you. Yes, you probably do know more about the X's and O's of coaching football than 90% of the people on this board (including myself). But your constant mocking "WE deserve better" and "We are ELITE fans" is really tired, repetitive, old, and worn out.
 
I think you and I can agree on Penn State being lucky to have Franklin. I think we would disagree on much else, specifically, that the fans on this board like to just bit*h for the sake of it or don't see the HC job for what it is. I think Franklin has been a very poor clock manager(again, coming from a self-described Non-Coach) and I think some of his philosophies can and should be questioned, this is a fan blog after all. That said, he has done yeoman's work this offseason and I hope it results in a big year for the program, for his sake.
Looks like we will get Wilson the transfer from Harvard OG
 
Stop and take a good look at yourself. Your life is consumed by coming on here and mocking everybody who states an opinion that you don't like - especially if the opinion involves any of the coaches. Your condescending attitude towards anyone that criticizes CJF or any other member of the coaching staff is really tiresome. Okay, you were a high school football coach - good for you. Yes, you probably do know more about the X's and O's of coaching football than 90% of the people on this board (including myself). But your constant mocking "WE deserve better" and "We are ELITE fans" is really tired, repetitive, old, and worn out.
You can put me on ignore.......really its easy.
 
If the 60%you reference have the right to speak their minds.....please explain why that privilege should be denied me.
I find this all very amusing and look forward to those who lead such distressed lives that failing to put a QB under center consumes them. Are you willing to bet if CJF failed to utilize the shotgun snap....the very same posters would not be crying out for that?
The irony of the bold sentence is what people are trying to emphasize I think. The only person on the board I see consumed with anything is you and the urge to defend the coaches against the so-called ELITE fans that "deserve better". This is why people are saying look in the mirror. Someone could just as easily ask do YOU live such a distressed live that you simply MUST point out each fan that is critical but doesn't know the inner workings of the Penn State program or football in general? Because it seems like you are. Every thread unravels to same discussion about the coaches when you post. That's why it does no good for anyone to "put you on ignore" if they don't like it. This thread is about Brisker. Why are we doing the armchair QB/coach discussion again for the 100th time?
 
Great news! Him returning with Wade leaving is a major upgrade.

Nobody should be surprised by Franklin excelling during the off-season, off the field. It’s what he does best. We all know where the problem lies, hopefully after 7 years he’s taken some time to reflect on how he can improve that aspect.

Yeah 11 wins in 2016, 2017 and 2019. Spoiled “fans” DESERVE better.
 
The irony of the bold sentence is what people are trying to emphasize I think. The only person on the board I see consumed with anything is you and the urge to defend the coaches against the so-called ELITE fans that "deserve better". This is why people are saying look in the mirror. Someone could just as easily ask do YOU live such a distressed live that you simply MUST point out each fan that is critical but doesn't know the inner workings of the Penn State program or football in general? Because it seems like you are. Every thread unravels to same discussion about the coaches when you post. That's why it does no good for anyone to "put you on ignore" if they don't like it. This thread is about Brisker. Why are we doing the armchair QB/coach discussion again for the 100th time?
This thread is about Brisker? What are you writing about? LOL
 
Stop and take a good look at yourself. Your life is consumed by coming on here and mocking everybody who states an opinion that you don't like - especially if the opinion involves any of the coaches. Your condescending attitude towards anyone that criticizes CJF or any other member of the coaching staff is really tiresome. Okay, you were a high school football coach - good for you. Yes, you probably do know more about the X's and O's of coaching football than 90% of the people on this board (including myself). But your constant mocking "WE deserve better" and "We are ELITE fans" is really tired, repetitive, old, and worn out.
Almost as tired, repetitive and worn out as some of the criticisms of CJF?
 
What do we know about Wilson, potential starter?
I know he was good enough to be recruited by Auburn....didn't sign after Malzahn was fired. Can play G and C currently listed at 302 LBs. From everything I can gather, he projects as a guy that will compete to be a starter.
 
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Is this true? This would be outstanding.

will his credits transfer? Worried that his low end classes will not be accepted by such a prestigious university.
I think he's slumming....was prepared to go to Auburn.
 
I know he was good enough to be recruited by Auburn....didn't sign after Malzahn was fired. Can play G and C currently listed at 302 LBs. From everything I can gather, he projects as a guy that will compete to be a starter.
Found this. Meet 2021 NFL Draft Prospect Eric Wilson, OG, Harvard (nfldraftdiamonds.com)

Here is some discussion from Auburn fans who were high on him and upset they lost him. They were talking LSU though. 2021 Harvard GT OG/C Eric Wilson (Update 12/22: Decommitted From AU) - Page 3 - Rivals Recruiting - AUFAMILY
 
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Is this true? This would be outstanding.

will his credits transfer? Worried that his low end classes will not be accepted by such a prestigious university.
Quiet don’t jinx it. Franklin told him he can get a masters in French Impressionist Artwork if can finger paint.
 
The irony of the bold sentence is what people are trying to emphasize I think. The only person on the board I see consumed with anything is you and the urge to defend the coaches against the so-called ELITE fans that "deserve better". This is why people are saying look in the mirror. Someone could just as easily ask do YOU live such a distressed live that you simply MUST point out each fan that is critical but doesn't know the inner workings of the Penn State program or football in general? Because it seems like you are. Every thread unravels to same discussion about the coaches when you post. That's why it does no good for anyone to "put you on ignore" if they don't like it. This thread is about Brisker. Why are we doing the armchair QB/coach discussion again for the 100th time?
Funny how some people complain about the repetitive nature of other people complaining about the coached but seem unable to fathom the repetitive nature of their own constant complaining about those complaining about the coaches - strange and the constant, "you were never a coach so you have no right to criticize or comment on any coach" is the height of arrogance and stupidity. Football isn't rocket science and mistakes are pretty obvious to see.
 
Thought Wilson was more into volleyball than football.....?
Wilson is clearly football.
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Funny how some people complain about the repetitive nature of other people complaining about the coached but seem unable to fathom the repetitive nature of their own constant complaining about those complaining about the coaches - strange and the constant, "you were never a coach so you have no right to criticize or comment on any coach" is the height of arrogance and stupidity. Football isn't rocket science and mistakes are pretty obvious to see.
Anyone who can grill and drink a beer can coach football......You can look it up.
LOL Assuming you know football because you watch is the height of arrogance and stupidity.....
 
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Yes, this has been discussed at great length. Franklin is a greater recruiter. In fact, most here would agree that he'd be a great recruiting coordinator.

Hopefully, he stays away from the play calling next fall...

Why are so many so convinced Franklin calls plays? I have not observed much evidence to support this claim.
 
Why are so many so convinced Franklin calls plays? I have not observed much evidence to support this claim.
Nobody thinks he calls them on Saturdays, but his DNA and philosophy are all over the offense.
 
Nobody thinks he calls them on Saturdays, but his DNA and philosophy are all over the offense.

He’s the head coach. Presumably he’s hiring assistants similar philosophies. Is that surprising or wrong?
 
He’s the head coach. Presumably he’s hiring assistants similar philosophies. Is that surprising or wrong?
Yep, he's the head coach....but he knows nothing about offense, defense or special teams. He's a "figure head." LOL You can't make this shit up.
 
He’s the head coach. Presumably he’s hiring assistants similar philosophies. Is that surprising or wrong?
If your philosophy is to get your QB's killed and run them like fullbacks? Yes, from my opinion its wrong. Hopefully Yurcich doesn't believe in the same philosophy, you know, if we ever want high end QBs to play here.
 
If your philosophy is to get your QB's killed and run them like fullbacks? Yes, from my opinion its wrong. Hopefully Yurcich doesn't believe in the same philosophy, you know, if we ever want high end QBs to play here.

I already broke this down in another thread so I won’t do it again. But Clifford had fewer actual carries than most think. And plenty of staffs use wildcat runs the way PSU uses Levis. None of this should be alarming.
 
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I already broke this down in another thread so I won’t do it again. But Clifford had fewer actual carries than most think. And plenty of staffs use wildcat runs the way PSU uses Levis. None of this should be alarming.
Nope, unless you're Levis it shouldn't be. How many teams pounded their backup QB into the line as much as penn state? Half as much?
 
If your philosophy is to get your QB's killed and run them like fullbacks? Yes, from my opinion its wrong. Hopefully Yurcich doesn't believe in the same philosophy, you know, if we ever want high end QBs to play here.
Yes, Ehlinger never ran. LOL
 
Nope, unless you're Levis it shouldn't be. How many teams pounded their backup QB into the line as much as penn state? Half as much?
Levis is a short yardage specialist. I know that's difficult to figure out. They wouldn't be using him like that if they thought his primary value was QB.
 
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