CONCLUSION OF SPRING SESSION

Green team wins.

Now that Spring practices are over with, we can kind of see what we’ve got here; still a young, somewhat experienced team that still have a lot of holes that are filled with hyped up talent. I hear all this talk about depth but how can you have depth with players who haven’t proved themselves yet? Yeah, I agree that in some positions, we DO have some deep talent (running back, quarterback, and maybe even linebacker) but some of them only been up against our own football team. I want to see how they match up with some other middle of the road teams, if you can call them that, to get a full perspective on where the team is headed. I also get the “bowl goal” but how about not losing to crappy teams like UNM, UNC, UNLV, and especially Wyoming who, if you remember, crushed us 44-0 the last game of the season. These are all must win games and who’s to say that we can win another two to be bowl eligible. With the absence of Utah and BYU, it really shouldn’t be that hard to reach a 6-6 record. I’m not trying to sound like negative Johnny Biglesworth but the real answers will come September 3^rd when we show up in Albuquerque and the Lobos will be just as fired up as we are to actually win a game. We need to start out steam roll’n teams if we’re going to get anywhere in the season.

I think being critical of a team will only make the team better in the long run. No one really seems to do that with this program. Why do I only hear about how the team is making progress and “we’re looking good”? Of course they’re progressing in their skills, isn’t that what practice, watching film, and picking up weights and putting them back down do for you? I think what I want to hear is, “Billy needs to get his head out of his ass.” It’s old school and affective.

Overall, I think this year’s spring session was much more productive and inquisitive. More players are stepping up to the leadership role and are setting examples for younger players. Biggest concerns would still be the D-line and the offensive line. Putting pressure and containing pressure will be keys to a six or more game winning season.

Please tell me we got rid of the Wildcat.

INTRODUCING THE GOLD & PINK HELMET AWARDS

It's our 100th post! To celebrate, we thought it would be great to launch our newest page to the blog, the Gold & Pink Helmet Awards.


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CSU NFL DRAFT 2011 PREVIEW

There is nothing more exciting than the NFL draft, especially when your favorite college football hero gets a chance to prove himself (or herself, thank you CU and New Mexico kicker Katie Hnida who wasn’t drafted) in the professional ranks. After doing some research, I’ve concluded Screech Powers has a better chance of making out with Kelly Kapowski on a Saved by the Bell reunion show than any of our players from the current Colorado State Rams roster being drafted in the NFL. Having said that, CSU does have four athletes that have a chance of being practice squad stars or Houston Texans.

Guy Miller – DT | 6’3” | 302lbs
Guy probably has the best chance of being drafted out of all four of these candidates but will most likely fall into the free-agent category. He has great size with strength to match but his awareness of the snap and getting off the ball is inconsistent. He can put pressure on opposing quarterbacks but needs to be more aware of the run.

Ricky Brewer – OLB | 6’2” | 212lbs
Ricky will fall to free-agency; an NFL team will definitely pick him up. Where to put him position wise is another question. He is severely undersized for an outside linebacker, and a little slow for a safety. He does have great vision and sticks to his tackles. When locked on the opposition, he explodes into the tackle. He could make an impact on special teams for now and figure out his athletic high points down the road.

Eric Peitz – TE | 6’5” | 258lbs
Eric has great size for a tight end which translates into a run blocker. He does have great hands but really doesn’t have the chance to use them because he can’t seem to separate from defenders. A strong athlete that matches up well with linebackers. Great upper body strength but still lacks explosiveness that NFL teams require. Free-agent status.

Mark Starr – OT | 6’5” | 296lbs
Having met Mark last year during spring practice and writing some witty comments about him in one of our first ever posts, we were really impressed with him. Nice kid, smart, big and great sense of humor. Nice full head of flaming red hair. Not to say the NFL will be impressed with him. He can pull out of stance to make a block for a running back but he’s not very physical. He’s got great body length but he’s a little small in the lower half of his body which translates into balance issues. Another free-agent type and don’t call him Rammie.

On a side note…
Go check out Kabri Bibbs’ Facebook page. Become friends with him and watch all the humorous nonsense he posts. Great entertainment.

Ramifications: A CSU Fan Page

IMPACT PLAYERS FOR 2011

Weston Richburg as Ram Man

Weston Richburg – As an obvious leader for the offensive line, Weston will emerge as a influential leader for the entire team. Coming into his sophomore year, people have been impressed with his ability to toss his opposition like a hay baling redneck, and backing it with intelligence of a TI-82 calculator. “Wild” Wes WILL be the brick layer for this offensive line this year. I think everyone will be very impressed with the protection PT will be receiving from this young and determined hoss.

Lou Greenwood – Coming off a semi-impressive season, Greenwood’s 2011 campaign will be a breakout year. He’s already got glue sticks for hands and decent size to match, for a receiver. When I start laying into the ‘x’ button on my controller, let’s start seeing some more spin moves. His yardage has doubled every year so far, 221 yards receiving as a freshman and 474 yards as a sophomore, so I think by adding some improved juke moves, he will quickly become a favorite target for Thomas, especially because we have yet to have any real production from Marquise Law or Byron Steele.

Mike Orakpo destroying Tim Cornett

Mike Orakpo – I read that Orakpo crushed Chris Nwoke at practice the other day and then danced on his grave. Remember the movie “Scanners” where that dude’s head blows up? I was there when he decapitated UNLV RB Tim Cornett’s head and his dome flew about 15 yards. It was a beaute! Even better, that was a 3rd down play so we know Orakpo comes up big in critical situations.

Thomas Coffman – We think # 4 for the Rams should always be worn by fast, under sized receivers who resemble David Anderson, but #24 will have to do. He blew out his knee last year and recently clocked in the 4.4 range so he’s got the speed to be a deep threat we haven’t had since Dion Morton. Although, I do like having a QB who wears #4 and resembles Brett Favre. How many times did we mention the number 4 in this paragraph?

Mychal Sisson – Senior year = All American status. Sisson is going to blow people up this year. I think last year was just a tease with his NCAA forced fumble title. He brings the leadership and swagger to the Ram defense that they desperately need. In case you haven’t read Kelly Lyell’s account “Connor Smith committed a false-start penalty, slammed his helmet down in frustration and stormed off as he was being taunted by linebacker Mychal Sisson and other defenders.” Cocky even to his own teammates! That’s a recipe for utter defensive domination.

Pink Helmet Award

Side note: Connor Smith will not be a leader this year. Instead, he will be receiving the Pink Helmet Award. Since last years spring game when he was heard moaning and whining about playing center, he has slowly descended down the O-line depth chart. No wonder why he keeps getting invited to tickle fighting parties and he’s lost his job to better, younger, more disciplined players.