Comments on: Just Call Him the Closer: A Look Back at the Class of ’08

By: Big Blue

Big Blue — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 08:13:00 +0000

Coach, thanks again for your thoughts and insight!! I am really impressed with how RR is focusing his recruiting efforts on improving team speed.

I really think lack of speed on the outside is what doomed ohio state in the nc game this year. LSU had so much speed and athleticism on defense that their corners could single cover osu's wide receivers and then send the house. (It does help that LSU had Glen Dorsey on the Dline.)

Thanks again, Coach for your posts. Feel free to post here anytime you want, as your posts are very well thought out and insightful!

Big Blue

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 21:37:00 +0000

Big Blue, I have another interesting post for you. I have had to coach against Martavious Odums the last couple years. He is dynamite as well. Feagin recieved the offensive player of the year this year, Martavious recieved that prestigous award last year as a junior. In our second offensive possession this year against Pahokee (Odum’s High School, 14-0 state champs)I told our punter, “whatever you do, do not kick it to Odums – kick it out of bounds”. Wouldn’t you know it? He kicked it right to Odums and he returned it 84 yards for a touchdown. He is lightening fast, unbelievably quick and hard to tackle. Don’t let his small size fool you, he is a tank. He loves contact and is by far the best crackback blocker I have ever seen! Great pick-up for the Wolverines. I don’t know him like I know Feagin, but I’ve coached against him for years, Wolverine fans will love him…

By: Big Blue

Big Blue — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:09:00 +0000

Thanks for the insight coach! Maybe he could be the next Randle El? (I am referring to how he played QB in college at IU and was drafted to play WR in the NFL.) Let us know if there are any other stud recruits considering UM!! Feel free to post either way, as I find your posts both informative and interesting!!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 21:30:00 +0000

He has a tendancy to run east to west instead of north to south occasionally. He needs to secure the football better when he runs. He is only 6’1″, 197 pounds, but has a big frame, he’ll get bigger. If he becomes a QB with Michigan, he needs to take some public speaking courses. I don’t think he even realizes how important first impressions are. He has things going on that most young kids have, but he’ll find his way, He always has. Under the right coaching, I know he’ll be a tremendous success. The only thing I worry about is that I do not know what kind of pro potential he has as a spread option QB. The last time I checked, no one in the NFL is running it, and no one ever will. I have always believed in him, but his road after AA will be a hard one if he is your QB. Sometimes I wish he did sign as a DB, RB, WR instead. He will have to learn not to be so trusting, a lot of people will like or dislike him for the wrong reasons. He has a heart of gold and hasn’t been jaded by the world, he sees everything through rose colored glasses. In AA it is very possible to leave the “Big House” with 108,000 people hating you, no matter how bad you want to win…

By: Voice of Reason

Voice of Reason — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 13:00:00 +0000

We all know, as great as it is that Justin Feagin is an outstanding QB with positive attributes, we also know that every athelete has areas of weakness that needs to be improved. What are those areas with Feagin?

By: Hal

Hal — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 05:04:00 +0000

Thanks Coach!

By: Big Blue

Big Blue — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 02:25:00 +0000

Coach, thanks for answering my question! Feel free to post here anytime. Based on Feagins’ abilities, it sounds like UM will be fine without Pryor. Thanks again for your input!!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 01:55:00 +0000

Hey guys, I have not been available to answer your questions regarding Feagins throwing and leadership abilities until now. Justin has tremendous arm strength. He can throw a ball over 70 yards in the air. He threw for over 1400 yards this year, 21 TD’s, only 3 picks. He can chuck it. He is similar to Michael Vick, but with better accuracy. He worked very hard to develop himself into a proficient passer. When he was younger, he had so much confidence in his ability to run, he would take off. He has learned to trust his pocket and is very efficient out of shotgun. Linebackers have to cover ground quickly if he decides to dart, which makes him extremely dangerous. First level D-linemen are not really of any consequence, he leaves them grabbing air, once he’s into second level, he scores a lot (25 rushing TD’s this year, over 1300 yards on the ground). This will open up his second level passing in the Big 10, the LB’s will be reluctant to drop fully into their respective passing zones. He has a quick release against the blitz and is very accurate on quick slants and outs. His level three passing abilities are better that most people think, he puts a lot of air and distance on the long ball, making throws to great recievers deep will be there for all Michigan fans.

Secondly, you asked about his leadership abilities. He is a leader on and off the field. He stays out of trouble and attends one of the most exclusive private institutions in Florida. He is from a loving, supportive and large family that has instilled tremendous discipline, structure and confidence in his life. He prefers to lead by example, but is not afraid to voice his frustations either. Believe me, I coached him, I certainly knew when he was frustrated and so did everyone else. The players always have responded well to him. He is definetely an Alpha male. He is a good student and ambassador to his family. I have four sons and Justin has always been kind and loving towards them, especially when they were small. He’s a great kid that anyone would be proud to say that he’s their friend. Wolverine fans will be very pleased with him on and off the field.

By: Spartan Bob

Spartan Bob — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 20:41:00 +0000

Tim Staudt reported on his morning show today that Pryor eliminated UM and Oregon and will decide between osu and psu. According to Staudt, Pryor contacted the UM coaches to tell them this info.

Take this for what it is worth, but Staudt does have some good connections. To me, until Pryor makes a signature, UM still has a chance, even if it is a small one. Pryor seem to flip flop more than John Kerry, Hillary Clinton, and probably Obama. (He hasn’t had enough experience to flip flop yet.)

By: ArizonaGoBlue

ArizonaGoBlue — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 04:58:00 +0000

I call him the Shredder!! I bet Les Miles would have done better if he was at UM!! Pryor would be a UM lock with Les Miles and he would have recruited the right way!!!