With the most successful season in our history in the books, we can talk about next year without the "wait until next year" approach.
QB - Becht is established as a leader and a gamer. We should all feel good he is at the helm. For us old guys, a few less wtf moments would be appreciated. Moberly and Manske appear to be the backups. Moberly has been in the system and Manske will arrive 2nd semester, i believe. Both are similar types. I think (don't know) Moberly is a slightly better natural runner, and Manske is a slightly better natural passer. Moberly would be a clear # "2" projected. Manske's injury will maybe call for a portal backup.
RB - it will still be by committee. None of the returners (Hansen, Sama, Flora, Lee) seems to be dominant and Peppers seems to be in that mold as well.
TE - I am excited to see Brahmer working with Burkle, the latter's improvement being truly remarkable. If a couple others could get and stay healthy, and the Freshman Alexander steps up some, this could be a strong group. Maybe needs to block better.
WR - Hopeful that the young guys that played in the bowl have the talent can step up an/or the portal addition(s) have Hutchison/Higgins year one type impact. Still not convinced we have a game breaker.
OL - We need to replace the Travis. I am not sure how much of a loss Hufford is. As has been the case for years, improvement on the Offensive line will be the key to continued Offensive improvement.
Summary - Led by a quality QB and TE play, Spring and fall will be key to rebuilding the WR room and continued improvement of the Offensive Line.
Outlook- hopefully optimistic.
Defense in another post.
QB - Becht is established as a leader and a gamer. We should all feel good he is at the helm. For us old guys, a few less wtf moments would be appreciated. Moberly and Manske appear to be the backups. Moberly has been in the system and Manske will arrive 2nd semester, i believe. Both are similar types. I think (don't know) Moberly is a slightly better natural runner, and Manske is a slightly better natural passer. Moberly would be a clear # "2" projected. Manske's injury will maybe call for a portal backup.
RB - it will still be by committee. None of the returners (Hansen, Sama, Flora, Lee) seems to be dominant and Peppers seems to be in that mold as well.
TE - I am excited to see Brahmer working with Burkle, the latter's improvement being truly remarkable. If a couple others could get and stay healthy, and the Freshman Alexander steps up some, this could be a strong group. Maybe needs to block better.
WR - Hopeful that the young guys that played in the bowl have the talent can step up an/or the portal addition(s) have Hutchison/Higgins year one type impact. Still not convinced we have a game breaker.
OL - We need to replace the Travis. I am not sure how much of a loss Hufford is. As has been the case for years, improvement on the Offensive line will be the key to continued Offensive improvement.
Summary - Led by a quality QB and TE play, Spring and fall will be key to rebuilding the WR room and continued improvement of the Offensive Line.
Outlook- hopefully optimistic.
Defense in another post.
