Russell Wilson's arrived in....

Looks really good against ACC defenses. A "do-it-all" kind of guy.

Decent arm. Quick. Not that strong. His biggest drawback is that he's short. Only like 5'11 or something like that.

I wish he could have come to Auburn in December. If he had time in the spring, he'd be the perfect transition from Cam to Frazier/Pike.

Snaggletiger · « **Reply #7 on:** May 24, 2011, 02:45:54 PM »

Quote from: Townhallsavoy on May 24, 2011, 02:05:57 PM

Looks really good against ACC defenses. A "do-it-all" kind of guy.

Decent arm. Quick. Not that strong. His biggest drawback is that he's short. Only like 5'11 or something like that.

I wish he could have come to Auburn in December. If he had time in the spring, he'd be the perfect transition from Cam to Frazier/Pike.

This. I still like the idea of the guy coming here....if it happens. Whether he's the second coming or not that great, it can never hurt to have a guy on board with a ton of starting experience against D1 competition. And the fact that he had one year with Playa of the Year credentials means he's got to have some decent skillz.

ssgaufan · « **Reply #8 on:** May 24, 2011, 02:46:15 PM »

Am I the only one that doesn't like this? Show some confidence in the guys we already have there. If not, whats to stop some stud HS QB from thinking that if he signs with Auburn he will be sat for a transfer QB. We have enough talent at QB to get us through this year with a winning record and then hand it over to Frazier or Pike. Just seems a little win at all costs to me.

Snaggletiger · « **Reply #9 on:** May 24, 2011, 02:49:48 PM »

Quote from: ssgaufan on May 24, 2011, 02:46:15 PM

Am I the only one that doesn't like this? Show some confidence in the guys we already have there. If not, whats to stop some stud HS QB from thinking that if he signs with Auburn he will be sat for a transfer QB. We have enough talent at QB to get us through this year with a winning record and then hand it over to Frazier or Pike. Just seems a little win at all costs to me.

The problem I have is that Trotter is still just such an unknown at this point. The guy may set the world on fire and I really believe just about anyone with reasonable talent can light it up in Malzahn's system. But....what if he gets hurt? Mosely? Now, I'm not feeling too confident.

wesfau2 · « **Reply #10 on:** May 24, 2011, 02:51:16 PM »

Quote from: ssgaufan on May 24, 2011, 02:46:15 PM

Am I the only one that doesn't like this? Show some confidence in the guys we already have there. If not, whats to stop some stud HS QB from thinking that if he signs with Auburn he will be sat for a transfer QB. We have enough talent at QB to get us through this year with a winning record and then hand it over to Frazier or Pike. Just seems a little win at all costs to me.

I'm witcha.

Buzz Killington · « **Reply #11 on:** May 24, 2011, 02:52:09 PM »

At this point, I say give him one of the 73 available scholarships and see what he can do. He's only good for a year anyway.

ssgaufan · « **Reply #12 on:** May 24, 2011, 02:53:34 PM »

Sorry injuries happen, and seasons continue. This just seems shitty. You can't always have a Kodi or Caudle there, and this will eventually blow up in our faces.

Buzz Killington · « **Reply #13 on:** May 24, 2011, 02:57:30 PM »

Quote from: ssgaufan on May 24, 2011, 02:53:34 PM

Sorry injuries happen, and seasons continue. This just seems shitty. You can't always have a Kodi or Caudle there, and this will eventually blow up in our faces.

I don't see this as being an issue after this season. Unless Pike pulls the old switcheroo this year, it won't affect recruiting long term. After watching Mosely at the A-Day game, I would be scared shitless if something happened to Trotter (who just happens to be playing on two surgically repaired knees, by the way). This is just a nice insurance policy imnsho.

Snaggletiger · « **Reply #14 on:** May 24, 2011, 03:11:44 PM »

Quote from: Buzz Killington on May 24, 2011, 02:57:30 PM

I don't see this as being an issue after this season. Unless Pike pulls the old switcheroo this year, it won't affect recruiting long term. After watching Mosely at the A-Day game, I would be scared shitless if something happened to Trotter (who just happens to be playing on two surgically repaired knees, by the way). This is just a nice insurance policy imnsho.

Humble down, bitch.

Was Tyrik Rollison a happy camper when this staff brought in JUCO stud, Cam Newton? Was Trotter? Is Frazier happy about 6'5" Zeke Pike coming in? If Trotter is the better player and fit for this offense than Wilson or Frazier or Mosely, he'll play. The best guy should be the man whether he's a senior or not. There's nothing in this that says Russell Wilson will step in and be the #1 guy if he does sign. We are waaayy down in numbers and have two totally inexperienced QB's on the roster and a true freshman coming in. I say load up as much talent as you can at every position and the ones that can't cut it or don't like it....quit like a Goode and sign with Terry Bowden at UNA.

djsimp · « **Reply #15 on:** May 24, 2011, 03:16:54 PM »

I certainly don't have a problem with this guy coming in. It would mean more competition and competition makes everyone that much better. Or, one can always transfer like Rollison did.

CCTAU · « **Reply #16 on:** May 24, 2011, 04:56:09 PM »

Or he could come in and compete well but just barely lose out. Then he could stand up and give a speech and then spend the rest of the season at WR.

Jumbo · « **Reply #17 on:** May 24, 2011, 05:07:35 PM »

If a player's scared of competition they shouldn't be playing D1 football.

Townhallsavoy · « **Reply #18 on:** May 24, 2011, 05:12:46 PM »

Quote from: Jumbo on May 24, 2011, 05:07:35 PM

If a player's scared of competition they shouldn't be playing D1 football.

No shit.

If Trotter and Moseley get antsy and want to transfer, then peace out. This is division one football!

ssgaufan · « **Reply #19 on:** May 24, 2011, 05:15:23 PM »

Quote from: Townhallsavoy on May 24, 2011, 05:12:46 PM

No shit.

If Trotter and Moseley get antsy and want to transfer, then peace out. This is division one football!

So yall are ok with this shit of bringing in a hired gun for a one and done? It just feels dirty and it won't be long until we are known as rent a qb U.