After Wednesday’s drills, sophomore QB N’Kosi Perry was named the starter for the second straight week as UM prepares to take on Georgia Tech on Saturday.
His take?
“I’m just thankful for the opportunity and ready to get a win for this team again,” Perry said.
Perry led Miami to their first Power 5 win of the season last week, going for 200 total yards, 2 TD’s, and the game-sealing score late in the 4th quarter vs. 20th ranked UVA. Still, he has no expectations of being named the full-time starter, and will simply be ready to go any time his number is called.
“Personally, I feel like regardless if I’m starting or not, I’m always ready,” Perry said. “I definitely don’t look at it as an audition. I’m just prepared and thankful for the opportunity.”
What is he looking to improve this week heading into the game vs. GT?
“My deep ball accuracy,” Perry said. “If we’d have hit some deep shots, I feel the game would have been out of reach a lot earlier. You have to take advantage of every opportunity you get.”
Another aspect of his game he’s working on is becoming more comfortable in the pocket.
“One thing I try to work on as much as I can - the old me I used to get real jittery in the pocket and try to leave early,” Perry said. “You just have to trust the protection and coach (Dan) Enos made sure we don’t watch the rush.”
Going up against the Yellow Jackets this week, Perry will be facing the worst defense in the Coastal, as GT gives up 420.8 yards per game (#93 in the nation).
“They play with a lot of effort, a fast defense,” Perry said. “I’m not too worried about what they do. It’s about us. We win if we play good. And if we play bad, then we’re going to beat ourselves.”
His take?
“I’m just thankful for the opportunity and ready to get a win for this team again,” Perry said.
Perry led Miami to their first Power 5 win of the season last week, going for 200 total yards, 2 TD’s, and the game-sealing score late in the 4th quarter vs. 20th ranked UVA. Still, he has no expectations of being named the full-time starter, and will simply be ready to go any time his number is called.
“Personally, I feel like regardless if I’m starting or not, I’m always ready,” Perry said. “I definitely don’t look at it as an audition. I’m just prepared and thankful for the opportunity.”
What is he looking to improve this week heading into the game vs. GT?
“My deep ball accuracy,” Perry said. “If we’d have hit some deep shots, I feel the game would have been out of reach a lot earlier. You have to take advantage of every opportunity you get.”
Another aspect of his game he’s working on is becoming more comfortable in the pocket.
“One thing I try to work on as much as I can - the old me I used to get real jittery in the pocket and try to leave early,” Perry said. “You just have to trust the protection and coach (Dan) Enos made sure we don’t watch the rush.”
Going up against the Yellow Jackets this week, Perry will be facing the worst defense in the Coastal, as GT gives up 420.8 yards per game (#93 in the nation).
“They play with a lot of effort, a fast defense,” Perry said. “I’m not too worried about what they do. It’s about us. We win if we play good. And if we play bad, then we’re going to beat ourselves.”
! Perry saying all the right things and backing it up on the field. As long as Perry plays well and the Canes keep winning, IMHO, Perry will be the QB1. And even if he gets benched after playing well (which I doubt), Perry still wins because he worked with his teammates to help save the season for his team and coaches last Saturday against Virginia.
