Brad Kaaya at The Opening (Footwork)

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Kaaya looks like the man. I love seeing that footwork in 7 on 7, really shows that it's engrained for when it's needed most. It's the one thing that I think really separated him from Heaps (that mad his height). With Louisville's speed and athleticism in the front 7, Kaaya looks the part. Just hope the right side of our offensive line can hold up.

 

[cubin10]

[video=youtube_share;ZCAALS2zsV8]http://youtu.be/ZCAALS2zsV8[/video]

Kaaya looks like the man. I love seeing that footwork in 7 on 7, really shows that it's engrained for when it's needed most. It's the one thing that I think really separated him from Heaps (that mad his height). With Louisville's speed and athleticism in the front 7, Kaaya looks the part. Just hope the right side of our offensive line can hold up.

Got a woody!

 

[Jedi Master Cane]

It's hard not to be excited about the kid...he really looks like a big time prospect and from all accounts he has the work ethic to match.

 

[LuCane]

The footwork looks clean for dropping back against zero pass rush. The footwork that will matter will be his ability to slide in the pocket - laterally and climbing the pocket.

What jumps out at me in that video, now and the first time I saw it:

Release: gorgeous release. It's clean as can be. Ball placement is consistent. One motion. No windup. High release point from a 6' 4" dude? Yes, please.

Weight transfer: If bad, this is a habit that is hard to break. For Stephen Morris, it was **** near impossible. Again, a 7 on 7 video isn't a great indicator because there is nothing in his face. However, the fundamentals are there.

Different speeds on throws: Probably the most important thing we've missed here over the last 6 seasons. From Marve to Jacory to Morris, they all threw the ball at a similar velocity for virtually every throw. Jacory was actually not too bad here, but didn't have the gun to make certain throws. This leads to...

The ability to connect on passes over the middle: In every video I've seen of Kaaya, the dude connects on a pass over LBs and between Safeties. For Safeties, this is a f'in nightmare. The last thing you want is to be late on is a slot WR/TE catching a well-timed pass full speed and with the ability to make a cut in the middle of the field. If a QB can consistently make these passes, it literally changes the coverages that have to be played.

 

[Jedi Master Cane]

The footwork looks clean for dropping back against zero pass rush. The footwork that will matter will be his ability to slide in the pocket - laterally and climbing the pocket.

What jumps out at me in that video, now and the first time I saw it:

Release: gorgeous release. It's clean as can be. Ball placement is consistent. One motion. No windup. High release point from a 6' 4" dude? Yes, please.

Weight transfer: If bad, this is a habit that is hard to break. For Stephen Morris, it was **** near impossible. Again, a 7 on 7 video isn't a great indicator because there is nothing in his face. However, the fundamentals are there.

Different speeds on throws: Probably the most important thing we've missed here over the last 6 seasons. From Marve to Jacory to Morris, they all threw the ball at a similar velocity for virtually every throw. Jacory was actually not too bad here, but didn't have the gun to make certain throws. This leads to...

The ability to connect on passes over the middle: In every video I've seen of Kaaya, the dude connects on a pass over LBs and between Safeties. For Safeties, this is a f'in nightmare. The last thing you want is to be late on is a slot WR/TE catching a well-timed pass full speed and with the ability to make a cut in the middle of the field. If a QB can consistently make these passes, it literally changes the coverages that have to be played.

That last sentence is the f'ing truth. Once you threaten the entire field it makes completing passes to other parts of the field that much easier. Crucial for having a consistent offensive attack IMO.

 

[blackvern]

anybody know why Kayaa was wearing a big knee brace at our practice?

 

[LuCane]

The footwork looks clean for dropping back against zero pass rush. The footwork that will matter will be his ability to slide in the pocket - laterally and climbing the pocket.

What jumps out at me in that video, now and the first time I saw it:

Release: gorgeous release. It's clean as can be. Ball placement is consistent. One motion. No windup. High release point from a 6' 4" dude? Yes, please.

Weight transfer: If bad, this is a habit that is hard to break. For Stephen Morris, it was **** near impossible. Again, a 7 on 7 video isn't a great indicator because there is nothing in his face. However, the fundamentals are there.

Different speeds on throws: Probably the most important thing we've missed here over the last 6 seasons. From Marve to Jacory to Morris, they all threw the ball at a similar velocity for virtually every throw. Jacory was actually not too bad here, but didn't have the gun to make certain throws. This leads to...

The ability to connect on passes over the middle: In every video I've seen of Kaaya, the dude connects on a pass over LBs and between Safeties. For Safeties, this is a f'in nightmare. The last thing you want is to be late on is a slot WR/TE catching a well-timed pass full speed and with the ability to make a cut in the middle of the field. If a QB can consistently make these passes, it literally changes the coverages that have to be played.

That last sentence is the f'ing truth. Once you threaten the entire field it makes completing passes to other parts of the field that much easier. Crucial for having a consistent offensive attack IMO.

For a specific example, it'd force a team to potentially show more two safety looks. When that happens, you run behind Flowers/Feliciano for 5 yards a pop. When you run for 5 yards a pop, those Safeties and LBs begin to lean forward. PA. Dorsett from the slot.

We shall see.

 

[LuCane]

anybody know why Kayaa was wearing a big knee brace at our practice?

All the QBs were.

 

[terra99pin]

Man I'm trying to pump the breaks here but we could have a top 10 offense in the country this year. I hope all this hype isn't just a Greentree mirage.

The only other thing I want to see is Coley take a step forward in playcalling in his second season. But otherwise we have talent AND depth at every position on that side of the ball.

 

[Jedi Master Cane]

The footwork looks clean for dropping back against zero pass rush. The footwork that will matter will be his ability to slide in the pocket - laterally and climbing the pocket.

What jumps out at me in that video, now and the first time I saw it:

Release: gorgeous release. It's clean as can be. Ball placement is consistent. One motion. No windup. High release point from a 6' 4" dude? Yes, please.

Weight transfer: If bad, this is a habit that is hard to break. For Stephen Morris, it was **** near impossible. Again, a 7 on 7 video isn't a great indicator because there is nothing in his face. However, the fundamentals are there.

Different speeds on throws: Probably the most important thing we've missed here over the last 6 seasons. From Marve to Jacory to Morris, they all threw the ball at a similar velocity for virtually every throw. Jacory was actually not too bad here, but didn't have the gun to make certain throws. This leads to...

The ability to connect on passes over the middle: In every video I've seen of Kaaya, the dude connects on a pass over LBs and between Safeties. For Safeties, this is a f'in nightmare. The last thing you want is to be late on is a slot WR/TE catching a well-timed pass full speed and with the ability to make a cut in the middle of the field. If a QB can consistently make these passes, it literally changes the coverages that have to be played.

That last sentence is the f'ing truth. Once you threaten the entire field it makes completing passes to other parts of the field that much easier. Crucial for having a consistent offensive attack IMO.

For a specific example, it'd force a team to potentially show more two safety looks. When that happens, you run behind Flowers/Feliciano for 5 yards a pop. When you run for 5 yards a pop, those Safeties and LBs begin to lean forward. PA. Dorsett from the slot.

We shall see.

I'm with you....the middle of the field cannot continue to be ignored if we're ever going to get back to where we want to go.

I know Morris is the excuse for the last couple of years...but if we don't see this years version of the offense contain more seam routes, intermediate digs, and slants it's time to start pointing the finger at Coley.

 

[texacane]

The footwork looks clean for dropping back against zero pass rush. The footwork that will matter will be his ability to slide in the pocket - laterally and climbing the pocket.

What jumps out at me in that video, now and the first time I saw it:

Release: gorgeous release. It's clean as can be. Ball placement is consistent. One motion. No windup. High release point from a 6' 4" dude? Yes, please.

Weight transfer: If bad, this is a habit that is hard to break. For Stephen Morris, it was **** near impossible. Again, a 7 on 7 video isn't a great indicator because there is nothing in his face. However, the fundamentals are there.

Different speeds on throws: Probably the most important thing we've missed here over the last 6 seasons. From Marve to Jacory to Morris, they all threw the ball at a similar velocity for virtually every throw. Jacory was actually not too bad here, but didn't have the gun to make certain throws. This leads to...

The ability to connect on passes over the middle: In every video I've seen of Kaaya, the dude connects on a pass over LBs and between Safeties. For Safeties, this is a f'in nightmare. The last thing you want is to be late on is a slot WR/TE catching a well-timed pass full speed and with the ability to make a cut in the middle of the field. If a QB can consistently make these passes, it literally changes the coverages that have to be played.

That last sentence is the f'ing truth. Once you threaten the entire field it makes completing passes to other parts of the field that much easier. Crucial for having a consistent offensive attack IMO.

Berrios is coming

 

[Cans4life]

I pray to god that right side of the offensive line keeps Kaaya clean.

 

[stat1124]

that is exactly what I was thinking. Berrios is gonna kill teams across the middle.

The footwork looks clean for dropping back against zero pass rush. The footwork that will matter will be his ability to slide in the pocket - laterally and climbing the pocket.

What jumps out at me in that video, now and the first time I saw it:

Release: gorgeous release. It's clean as can be. Ball placement is consistent. One motion. No windup. High release point from a 6' 4" dude? Yes, please.

Weight transfer: If bad, this is a habit that is hard to break. For Stephen Morris, it was **** near impossible. Again, a 7 on 7 video isn't a great indicator because there is nothing in his face. However, the fundamentals are there.

Different speeds on throws: Probably the most important thing we've missed here over the last 6 seasons. From Marve to Jacory to Morris, they all threw the ball at a similar velocity for virtually every throw. Jacory was actually not too bad here, but didn't have the gun to make certain throws. This leads to...

The ability to connect on passes over the middle: In every video I've seen of Kaaya, the dude connects on a pass over LBs and between Safeties. For Safeties, this is a f'in nightmare. The last thing you want is to be late on is a slot WR/TE catching a well-timed pass full speed and with the ability to make a cut in the middle of the field. If a QB can consistently make these passes, it literally changes the coverages that have to be played.

That last sentence is the f'ing truth. Once you threaten the entire field it makes completing passes to other parts of the field that much easier. Crucial for having a consistent offensive attack IMO.

Berrios is coming

 

[rex karz]

A great young QB is the difference between a championship team and a so so team. Let's hope we finally recruited a great one.

 

[Canesfan1899]

The footwork looks clean for dropping back against zero pass rush. The footwork that will matter will be his ability to slide in the pocket - laterally and climbing the pocket.

What jumps out at me in that video, now and the first time I saw it:

Release: gorgeous release. It's clean as can be. Ball placement is consistent. One motion. No windup. High release point from a 6' 4" dude? Yes, please.

Weight transfer: If bad, this is a habit that is hard to break. For Stephen Morris, it was **** near impossible. Again, a 7 on 7 video isn't a great indicator because there is nothing in his face. However, the fundamentals are there.

Different speeds on throws: Probably the most important thing we've missed here over the last 6 seasons. From Marve to Jacory to Morris, they all threw the ball at a similar velocity for virtually every throw. Jacory was actually not too bad here, but didn't have the gun to make certain throws. This leads to...

The ability to connect on passes over the middle: In every video I've seen of Kaaya, the dude connects on a pass over LBs and between Safeties. For Safeties, this is a f'in nightmare. The last thing you want is to be late on is a slot WR/TE catching a well-timed pass full speed and with the ability to make a cut in the middle of the field. If a QB can consistently make these passes, it literally changes the coverages that have to be played.

That last sentence is the f'ing truth. Once you threaten the entire field it makes completing passes to other parts of the field that much easier. Crucial for having a consistent offensive attack IMO.

For a specific example, it'd force a team to potentially show more two safety looks. When that happens, you run behind Flowers/Feliciano for 5 yards a pop. When you run for 5 yards a pop, those Safeties and LBs begin to lean forward. PA. Dorsett from the slot.

We shall see.

I'm with you....the middle of the field cannot continue to be ignored if we're ever going to get back to where we want to go.

I know Morris is the excuse for the last couple of years...but if we don't see this years version of the offense contain more seam routes, intermediate digs, and slants it's time to start pointing the finger at Coley.

Clive could have a huge impact here, agree that we have ignored the seam for too long and the TE's should be a much bigger part of the passing game.