This morning's comments (synopsis):
1) About 250 fans at yesterday's practice. Kill was watching film and evaluating when the call to Kill was made.
2) Beal: He's a smart, strong player that moves well and is intelligent. We'll know more when the pads are put on (Tuesday).
3) Marqueis: Gifted and a good player . . . impressed with his learning curve.
4) Offense: Singled out Ed Olson; Marcus Jones (quickness).
5) Defense: Good to have Royston on the field, and Stoudemire and Keanon Cooper were mentioned. Hesitant to talk about individuals . . . hard to evaluate on only three days of practice. Defense in an aggressive mode.
6) Talked about players keeping their heads up and finishing. Eyes must be on the player being tackled and the ball. Can't hit (tackle) properly or catch the ball when they take their eyes off the target. Finishing is an attitude: Want practices fast paced (create chaos). Game is slowed down.
7) Carter is currently working on special teams and not practicing with the complete team. Hageman is learning how to play the game.
8) There are 5-6 tight ends and they'll work the the TE position in offense . . . shortage of wide receivers.
9) Spoke favorably of Juco TE John Raabe. He's been impressive and stood out.
10) A lot of high school coaches and recruits at yesterday's practice. Coach Kill sends thank you notes to all that attend the practice.
11) Mona said the kickers seemed to have strong legs.
Go Gophers!!
1) About 250 fans at yesterday's practice. Kill was watching film and evaluating when the call to Kill was made.
2) Beal: He's a smart, strong player that moves well and is intelligent. We'll know more when the pads are put on (Tuesday).
3) Marqueis: Gifted and a good player . . . impressed with his learning curve.
4) Offense: Singled out Ed Olson; Marcus Jones (quickness).
5) Defense: Good to have Royston on the field, and Stoudemire and Keanon Cooper were mentioned. Hesitant to talk about individuals . . . hard to evaluate on only three days of practice. Defense in an aggressive mode.
6) Talked about players keeping their heads up and finishing. Eyes must be on the player being tackled and the ball. Can't hit (tackle) properly or catch the ball when they take their eyes off the target. Finishing is an attitude: Want practices fast paced (create chaos). Game is slowed down.
7) Carter is currently working on special teams and not practicing with the complete team. Hageman is learning how to play the game.
8) There are 5-6 tight ends and they'll work the the TE position in offense . . . shortage of wide receivers.
9) Spoke favorably of Juco TE John Raabe. He's been impressive and stood out.
10) A lot of high school coaches and recruits at yesterday's practice. Coach Kill sends thank you notes to all that attend the practice.
11) Mona said the kickers seemed to have strong legs.
Go Gophers!!
