Article on our defense from ESPN...

[dawgstudent]

http://espn.go.com/blog/sec/post/_/id/82262/mississippi-states-defense-poised-for-growth-spurt

 

[57stratdawg]

"his defense passed with flying colors. Getting Benardrick McKinney back for his senior year was a huge boost in both areas."

Isn't he just a Jr?

 

[dawgstudent]

Yes but in all reality - he is a senior b/c as you probably know - most think he is gone after this season.

 

[esplanade91]

"his defense passed with flying colors. Getting Benardrick McKinney back for his senior year was a huge boost in both areas."

Isn't he just a Jr?

Senior in coursework. I think that's a big reason he returned, a degree.

 

[dawgstudent]

Not arguing but I've never heard anyone classify someone by their coursework.

 

[57stratdawg]

Yeah, he was the most impressive guy at our pro-day this year. He's gone unless something unthinkable happens.

To follow up on that, it would be awesome if Gabe Jackson slipped into the 1st round this year, because we are damn near guaranteed 1st round picks in 2015 (McKinney) and 2016 (Jones). Anything could happen, but those two are well on their way.

 

[esplanade91]

Not arguing but I've never heard anyone classify someone by their coursework.

I heard it earlier this week talking about Rea.

No doubt both articles just got it wrong, but I'm willing to give them some slack because technically they're seniors/going to be seniors. Not that they know that.

 

[paindonthurt_]

Was McKinnery seriously considering leaving after his redshirt sophomore year? I don't recall that being a real factor but cant remember.

 

[esplanade91]

Was McKinnery seriously considering leaving after his redshirt sophomore year? I don't recall that being a real factor but cant remember.

Yes. Some scouts projected him in the #17 overall range. It was all over the place though, as in mid 1st to 5th. He claims he came back for a degree but I'm sure it had more to do with solidifying a 1st round grade. He could be a top 10 pick this next year.

 

[22yardpunt]

gawd our defense is going to be NASTY. Wheres the weakness?

 

[BeardoMSU]

I plan on making this "face" quite a bit this year, in reaction to both our offense and defense. These boys are gonna be BAAAAAAAD.

 

[Dawg1976]

Damit, I've got to shave some wool off before I go out tonight.

 

[patdog]

Our defense should be just sick this fall. And our offense should be pretty good too.

 

[SyonaraStanz]

I plan on making this "face" quite a bit this year, in reaction to both our offense and defense. These boys are gonna be BAAAAAAAD.

Why does Garnett do that? He looks like he's sniffing a *****........ or a butthole (if you're into that sort of thing).