blueridge 29 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 23 hours ago, doc4aday said: I could care less what he looks like as long as he gets the job done. His hair looks cool and is his trademark of sorts. I think he will be a weapon that he have not had in a long time. I cannot wait to see him make those catches that will win some games for us. Words of wisdom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jAUSon 2,836 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 It's a tough deal. He has to get educated, play football, and get chicks. Their plates are full. Man's got to do what he's got to do. Catch the ball Sal. War Eagle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corchjay 5,311 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 1 hour ago, blueridge said: Does it matter? No not if he's productive but if he can't hold the edge on blocking what good is having a split-TE that can't block on the edge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAG 33,847 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 2 hours ago, corchjay said: No not if he's productive but if he can't hold the edge on blocking what good is having a split-TE that can't block on the edge. Ask Jimmy Graham that. Clearly he has to work on sharpening his blocking skills, but he was brought in because of his ability to get the jump ball more than anything . He is a natural at receiving, which I think will pay divendends in this offense . It's nice to have an all around TE , but rarely do they come by. There aren't many Jason Wittens and Tony Gonzalez growing on trees. The game is changing . 1000 yard TEs are making the difference at the next level E.G. Greg Olsen , Gronk. Auburn isn't use to that because they normally have glorified undersize lineman as their tight end. Hopefully that changes and we have O.J. Howard like glimpses with this young man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDUBB4AU 5,071 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 7 hours ago, DAG said: Ask Jimmy Graham that. Clearly he has to work on sharpening his blocking skills, but he was brought in because of his ability to get the jump ball more than anything . He is a natural at receiving, which I think will pay divendends in this offense . It's nice to have an all around TE , but rarely do they come by. There aren't many Jason Wittens and Tony Gonzalez growing on trees. The game is changing . 1000 yard TEs are making the difference at the next level E.G. Greg Olsen , Gronk. Auburn isn't use to that because they normally have glorified undersize lineman as their tight end. Hopefully that changes and we have O.J. Howard like glimpses with this young man. Great post dag . Nothing to add. You nailed it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddc 13,194 Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 The biggest asset he brings is keeping us from substituting players and that helps theHUNH offense run faster! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WFE12 9,190 Posted August 5, 2017 Author Share Posted August 5, 2017 3 hours ago, toddc said: The biggest asset he brings is keeping us from substituting players and that helps theHUNH offense run faster! But wouldn't they substitute him out for jalen if they want to run? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Builder 86 Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 On 8/3/2017 at 10:39 PM, PowerOfDixieland said: I just hope for his sake he plays well enough to ditch the hair. Let your game do your talking, son. Not too long ago there was a JUCO kid from California who was all jacked up and supposed to be a great edge rusher. Had a crazy Italian last name as well. Remember this is the SEC. His hair from roster picture looks fine. Van Gorders and Fisher's kids were the worst Ive seen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KerryThachWDE 42 Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 its 2017 and some of ya'll are still worried about someones appearance? why does it matter if he has long hair or short hair? if he wears loose fitting clothes or tight fitting clothes? how he looks has nothing to do with his abilities. end of conversation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionheartkc 6,150 Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 5 hours ago, KerryThachWDE said: its 2017 and some of ya'll are still worried about someones appearance? why does it matter if he has long hair or short hair? if he wears loose fitting clothes or tight fitting clothes? how he looks has nothing to do with his abilities. end of conversation. Well... there are downsides to long hair in football. If your helmet doesn't control it, it can get in your face, and if it sticks out of your helmet, your opponents can grab it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AUld fAUx@ 2,584 Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 1 hour ago, lionheartkc said: Well... there are downsides to long hair in football. If your helmet doesn't control it, it can get in your face, and if it sticks out of your helmet, your opponents can grab it. Somehow, I am minded of old Brylcreem commercials. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AURex 1,958 Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Looking at Stidham's passing completion graphic and imagining what Sal brings to the offense is fueling my optimism. Man, it would be great to stress a defense with serious threats down the middle and the sideline simultaneously, or the kind of picks (ooops, no, not picks, accidental collisions) that can break receivers into the open. I'm dreaming of a really scary balanced attack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augolf1716 21,052 Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 2 hours ago, lionheartkc said: Well... there are downsides to long hair in football. If your helmet doesn't control it, it can get in your face, and if it sticks out of your helmet, your opponents can grab it. I always hated that plus it got in my mouth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augolf1716 21,052 Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 1 hour ago, AUld fAUx@ said: Somehow, I am minded of old Brylcreem commercials. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WFE12 9,190 Posted August 8, 2017 Author Share Posted August 8, 2017 Both Gus and Chip have complimented him on having an edge and teammates have said he has great body control, hands, and he's quick. I personally would love this dude to be Evan Engram reincarnated but I'm cautiously optimistic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Plainsman 948 Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Better call Sal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kd4au 1,145 Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 1 hour ago, augolf1716 said: I always hated that plus it got in my mouth You old hippie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Plainsman 948 Posted August 11, 2017 Share Posted August 11, 2017 So just how good is this guy going to be for AU this year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunInRed 16,229 Posted August 11, 2017 Share Posted August 11, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarTim 3,455 Posted August 11, 2017 Share Posted August 11, 2017 One question. What is a Tight End and are they eligible receivers??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger 8,801 Posted August 11, 2017 Share Posted August 11, 2017 Anyone know why there weren't more power 5 schools trying to recruit this kid? 6'5 225? What's missing here? Kansas, Maryland, Minnesota, and Texas are the only other P5 schools to have offered him (according to this https://n.rivals.com/content/prospects/2017/sal-cannella-183002) along with a bunch of Group of 5 schools. I really like his measurables I hope he can at least be the red zone threat CJ Uzomah was and we can finally start hurting teams with a dangerous TE! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AUpreacherman22 3,841 Posted August 11, 2017 Share Posted August 11, 2017 I'm not expecting much from Sal. I think a lack of blocking ability is the reason. Anything over a handful of short yardage and RZ catches will be a pleasant surprise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAG 33,847 Posted August 11, 2017 Share Posted August 11, 2017 38 minutes ago, AUpreacherman22 said: I'm not expecting much from Sal. I think a lack of blocking ability is the reason. Anything over a handful of short yardage and RZ catches will be a pleasant surprise. He will be utilized more as a split. He just needs to be adequate at it . I will be highly dissapointed in this coaching staff if he isn't get a couple looks per game this year . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WDEKC 187 Posted August 11, 2017 Share Posted August 11, 2017 On 8/5/2017 at 2:10 AM, DAG said: Ask Jimmy Graham that. Clearly he has to work on sharpening his blocking skills, but he was brought in because of his ability to get the jump ball more than anything . He is a natural at receiving, which I think will pay divendends in this offense . It's nice to have an all around TE , but rarely do they come by. There aren't many Jason Wittens and Tony Gonzalez growing on trees. The game is changing . 1000 yard TEs are making the difference at the next level E.G. Greg Olsen , Gronk. Auburn isn't use to that because they normally have glorified undersize lineman as their tight end. Hopefully that changes and we have O.J. Howard like glimpses with this young man. Good post, except I'd put Gronk into that all around TE group as well. When he's healthy, he's a very good blocker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Plainsman 948 Posted August 11, 2017 Share Posted August 11, 2017 44 minutes ago, DAG said: He will be utilized more as a split. He just needs to be adequate at it . I will be highly dissapointed in this coaching staff if he isn't get a couple looks per game this year . 20+ catches this season? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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