KOCH: Fickell Previews First Fall Scrimmage

Please pay attention to the question asked, the answer given by a reporter, and the reaction of CLF at the 1:45 mark. Instant classic...

(08-11-2017 06:10 PM)UCGrad1992 Wrote:  Please pay attention to the question asked, the answer given by a reporter, and the reaction of CLF at the 1:45 mark. Instant classic...

Chad Brendel/Gametime 21 said "coaching". Fick's response was hilarious.

Please, one of you rise up and lead the way...

Boone. Mike Boone. Put the o' on his back. 20-25 carries per game. 1,300 yards. 12 rushing TD's. Sprinkle in some receptions. Go, Boone. Go!

(08-11-2017 06:46 PM)CliftonAve Wrote:  

(08-11-2017 06:10 PM)UCGrad1992 Wrote:  Please pay attention to the question asked, the answer given by a reporter, and the reaction of CLF at the 1:45 mark. Instant classic...

Chad Brendel/Gametime 21 said "coaching". Fick's response was hilarious.

I've been in the media business dealing with coaches for 22 years. Fick might already be at the top of my list of favorites. Going to have a lot of fun covering him as he rebuilds the program...

(08-11-2017 10:38 PM)GameTime_21 Wrote:  

(08-11-2017 06:46 PM)CliftonAve Wrote:  

(08-11-2017 06:10 PM)UCGrad1992 Wrote:  Please pay attention to the question asked, the answer given by a reporter, and the reaction of CLF at the 1:45 mark. Instant classic...

Chad Brendel/Gametime 21 said "coaching". Fick's response was hilarious.

I've been in the media business dealing with coaches for 22 years. Fick might already be at the top of my list of favorites. Going to have a lot of fun covering him as he rebuilds the program...

Dude, your timing was poetic. Love hearing...he rebuilds the program!

Any reports on today's scrimmage?

Hard to report on something that has yet to happen...

(08-12-2017 03:31 PM)GameTime_21 Wrote:  Hard to report on something that has yet to happen...

My bad. Did I have the date or time wrong?

(08-12-2017 05:51 PM)rtaylor Wrote:  

(08-12-2017 03:31 PM)GameTime_21 Wrote:  Hard to report on something that has yet to happen...

My bad. Did I have the date or time wrong?

Don't apologize. It wasn't a ridiculous question, not knowing the exact time of the scrimmage isn't a big deal, as I figured it'd be early in the day too.

Here's a post scrimmage interview: https://youtu.be/cMwnA2V64Gk

From what I read today, tidbits:
• Our entire runningbacks stable looks strong. Every one of them flashed something in the game.
• The quarterbacks looked rough. Moore shorted some balls and each had a pick six. Trail had a couple touchdowns though.
• Jarell White looks like a stud already. Will push for playing time early. Staying home and making waves, love it.

(08-12-2017 10:28 PM)The T-Shirt Wrote:  

(08-12-2017 05:51 PM)rtaylor Wrote:  

(08-12-2017 03:31 PM)GameTime_21 Wrote:  Hard to report on something that has yet to happen...

My bad. Did I have the date or time wrong?

Don't apologize. It wasn't a ridiculous question, not knowing the exact time of the scrimmage isn't a big deal, as I figured it'd be early in the day too.

Here's a post scrimmage interview: https://youtu.be/cMwnA2V64Gk

From what I read today, tidbits:
• Our entire runningbacks stable looks strong. Every one of them flashed something in the game.
• The quarterbacks looked rough. Moore shorted some balls and each had a pick six. Trail had a couple touchdowns though.
• Jarell White looks like a stud already. Will push for playing time early. Staying home and making waves, love it.

Appreciate it. Thanks for posting the information. Not surprised in the response from Chad, that is why I canceled my subscription.

(08-13-2017 12:51 AM)rtaylor Wrote:  

(08-12-2017 10:28 PM)The T-Shirt Wrote:  

(08-12-2017 05:51 PM)rtaylor Wrote:  

(08-12-2017 03:31 PM)GameTime_21 Wrote:  Hard to report on something that has yet to happen...

My bad. Did I have the date or time wrong?

Don't apologize. It wasn't a ridiculous question, not knowing the exact time of the scrimmage isn't a big deal, as I figured it'd be early in the day too.

Here's a post scrimmage interview: https://youtu.be/cMwnA2V64Gk

From what I read today, tidbits:
• Our entire runningbacks stable looks strong. Every one of them flashed something in the game.
• The quarterbacks looked rough. Moore shorted some balls and each had a pick six. Trail had a couple touchdowns though.
• Jarell White looks like a stud already. Will push for playing time early. Staying home and making waves, love it.

Appreciate it. Thanks for posting the information. Not surprised in the response from Chad, that is why I canceled my subscription.

Simply stated a fact. You'd have known the scrimmage was at 7 if you were still a member...

(08-12-2017 03:31 PM)GameTime_21 Wrote:  Hard to report on something that has yet to happen...

snark much? I'm a member and I didn't know when it was. It was a simple question really.


edit: I will give you props for a nice scrimmage write up. I'm excited to see what our running backs do this year.

Four TD passes in scrimmage Tom Groeschen
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Ross Trail has been running No. 2 to Hayden Moore in the University of Cincinnati football quarterback competition, but Trail showed No. 1 stuff Saturday night in an intrasquad scrimmage.

Sophomore Trail threw four touchdown passes in the two-hour scrimmage at Nippert Stadium, while junior Moore did not throw a TD pass. Trail and Moore each also threw pick-six interceptions early, but both also found some rhythm as the offense gradually picked up the tempo.

No score was kept, and Nippert in fact does not have a scoreboard while installation of a new video board continues. The UC football staff did not provide statistics to the media, but observers recorded TD passes by Trail to redshirt freshman wide receiver Malick Mbodj (12 yards), junior wide receiver Kahlil Lewis (37 yards), sophomore running back Taylor Boose (38 yards) and redshirt freshman wide receiver Marcel Paul (32 yards).

"Putting in the work all week and seeing it pay off, not only my play but I think the unit ... I think the O-line played incredible tonight, receivers made some plays, running backs made some plays," Trail said. "It was really nice to see it all come together after that week."

Moore and Trail took turns running the No. 1 offense. Unofficial sideline statistics showed Moore going 14-for-22 passing for no TDs and one interception, with Trail 15-for-23 with four TD passes and one interception. Yardage totals were unavailable, with the chains sometimes moved back and forth based on situational settings.

Trail wound up playing more, as Moore eventually exited with a hip injury. The injury did not appear serious, but Moore walked with a slight limp as he left the field afterward.

"He got dinged up," UC coach Luke Fickell said. "I thought he was doing some good things. I don't know what happened, I didn't see it. He hurt his hip and didn't feel like he could move as well. Actually I've got to go in and find out. That's the only report I got."

Practice observers have believed Moore was the obvious leader for the job. Did Trail's Saturday performance change things?

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"It's hard to say a whole lot until you really evaluate it, but I thought (Trail) did a great job," Fickell said. "He commanded the huddle, and I saw energy. A little bit of that passion, the competitive nature that you know is there but you just never quite see it sometimes in practice."

And yes, the job remains open.

"Some people think that it's a clear-cut thing, and the reality is we've got to put these guys on display and we've got to put them out in front with situations that make it most difficult, because that's what games are really like," Fickell said.

Trail's take:

"I try to take every night as being important. I feel like with me, the thing they hold against me is I don't have any experience. I try to go out every day and try to prove myself, that I can be the guy."

DEFENSIVE HIGHLIGHTS: Early in the scrimmage, redshirt freshman linebacker Tyquan Statham intercepted Moore and returned the ball 35 yards for a touchdown.

Shortly thereafter, Trail's arm was hit as he threw. The ball sailed skyward and then was intercepted by redshirt freshman defensive tackle Curtis Brooks, who scored on a 20-yard return.

Long time since UC football last scored on a return

Fickell noted that the defense started fast, but then the offense responded.

"When you get so high, sometimes it's hard to maintain that," Fickell said of the defense. "It's a game of emotion. You've got to keep it. If you don't have it you've got to find a way to get it."

NOTEWORTHY: The night also included a 40-yard TD run by true freshman running back Jaelen Greene. Non-scoring plays included a 38-yard run by senior Mike Boone, the No. 1 running back.

NEW FACE: UC announced Saturday that former University of Louisville wide receiver Ja'Quay Savage has joined the team, as a graduate transfer.

The 6-foot-3, 229-pound Savage will be eligible to play immediately. Savage did not dress for Saturday night's scrimmage but was on the sidelines wearing his new jersey, No. 15.

Savage, from Tyrone, Georgia, began his career at Texas A&M as a four-star 2013 recruit. Savage transferred to Louisville in 2014 and has played 19 career collegiate games, starting six. He has 16 receptions for 206 yards and two TDs.

Savage did not catch a pass last season, and he was not expected to be in the playing rotation for Louisville this year. Savage earned his bachelor’s degree in the spring of 2017.

COUNTING DOWN: UC opens the season against Austin Peay on Thursday, Aug. 31 (7 p.m., ESPN3) at Nippert Stadium.

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I haven't seen Moore's pick six, but I did see Trails. Trail was hit mid throwing motion causing the ball to sail basically straight up in the air.

For those keeping track at home:

Both completion percentages are basically the same, 4 touchdowns and 1 pseudo interception for Trail. 0 touchdowns 1 interception, 2 balls thrown in the dirt in front of the receivers and a really minor injury for Moore. I'm not sayin', I'm just sayin'.

(08-13-2017 11:47 AM)The T-Shirt Wrote:  I haven't seen Moore's pick six, but I did see Trails. Trail was hit mid throwing motion causing the ball to sail basically straight up in the air.

For those keeping track at home:

Both completion percentages are basically the same, 4 touchdowns and 1 pseudo interception for Trail. 0 touchdowns 1 interception, 2 balls thrown in the dirt in front of the receivers and a really minor injury for Moore. I'm not sayin', I'm just sayin'.

But then there is also this:

"Practice observers have believed Moore was the obvious leader for the job."

I think it's going to come down to the week of the AP game before a starter is named.

I heard a lot of good things about Jarrell White from LaSalle on the d side. Heard he was everywhere.

Moore seems to be a practice All-American.