WFE12 9,191 Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Auburn football: Don’t forget this important tidbit about Auburn RB ‘Boobee’ Whitlow Lauren Shrute How well can JaTarvious “Boobee” Whitlow pass protect? AUBURN, Ala. — JaTarvious “Boobee” Whitlow established himself as a capable runner for Auburn football this spring, but to be the Tigers’ go-to player in the backfield, he’ll have to do more than just pick up yards. Fortunately for Whitlow, LaFayette (Ala.) High School coach James Lucas played football at Troy, and he understood that requirement well before Whitlow signed with Auburn. “I taught him the way to block and he’s quarterbacked for me, so he understands pass blocking, too,” Lucas said. “He knows that you make the defensive man go around the quarterback, not cut inside.” MORE: Determining the best Auburn running back jersey number isn’t easy Whitlow’s pass-blocking ability might not be flawless, but he’s the kind of player who can perfect his technique. Playing offense on the Plains didn’t always seem like it would be a sure thing, so the underclassman doesn’t take his opportunity lightly. “He is not afraid of contact. He’s never been afraid of contact,” Lucas said. “He played strong safety on defense and he will knock your head off. Auburn had offered him on the defensive side of the ball the day after he left a recruiting camp, but he told them he wanted to play offense.” Even after a strong spring, Lucas is convinced one of Whitlow’s biggest strengths is his mindset. He doesn’t want to let down anyone around him. Getting complacent is something he’s conscious of, and that’s not going to happen. MORE: Blast from the Auburn football past: Which former player fits best on this year’s roster “He’s very humble and he listens very well. He learns every day,” Lucas said. “He understands being a leader on and off the field. He knows his name doesn’t just belong to him, it belongs to his family — his aunts, uncles, grandparents, all these people. When you tarnish your last name, everything falls downhill.” It may seem a little dramatic, but when a player is that focused on doing his best, something like improving pass blocking just seems trivial in the big picture. Some fans, players or even coaches may still have their doubts about Whitlow’s pass-blocking ability or other aspects of his game. Lucas says that’s quite alright. “Let me tell you about Whitlow: Whitlow will make a believer out of you,” Lucas said. “He’ll make you believe.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WFE12 9,191 Posted May 12, 2018 Author Share Posted May 12, 2018 Boobee is electric and I feel that he will bring a lot of joy to the Plains. From coaches' comments to what I saw on A-Day I feel strongly that he is the man that will continue the 1,000 yard streak. I mean geez did y'all see him bowl over Broussard and then go onto break other tackles? I think he will get pass blocking right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexava 6,972 Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 I’m hopeful! He has the ideal body size to be the all purpose guy we need. He looks stronger than kerryon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddc 13,194 Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Got to become an north south runner though! I love the reverse field runs, but it’s not gonna work on a sec defense! Maybe a few with our “cupcakes “ game would be nice to see! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbird 60,367 Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 2 hours ago, toddc said: Got to become an north south runner though! I love the reverse field runs, but it’s not gonna work on a sec defense! Maybe a few with our “cupcakes “ game would be nice to see! Exactly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarDamnEagleWDE 12,737 Posted May 15, 2018 Share Posted May 15, 2018 This isn't meant to be a debbie downer but Whitlow has a was to go before he will be the featured back at AU. His pass blocking is a work in progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbird 60,367 Posted May 15, 2018 Share Posted May 15, 2018 1 hour ago, WarDamnEagleWDE said: This isn't meant to be a debbie downer but Whitlow has a was to go before he will be the featured back at AU. His pass blocking is a work in progress. Was told that he needs to realize he's no longer the best athlete on the field. He needs to work on reading blocks and hitting the hole. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AUld fAUx@ 2,584 Posted May 15, 2018 Share Posted May 15, 2018 13 minutes ago, bigbird said: Was told that he needs to realize he's no longer the best athlete on the field. He needs to work on reading blocks and hitting the hole. From another thread* '“Sometimes I think he thinks he’s still back at LaFayette and he thinks he can just outrun everybody, and that’s not the case,” Horton said before speaking to the Jackson County Auburn Club in Scottsboro last month. “But he’s got a lot of talent.”...But, as Malzahn said after A-Day, “you can’t make a living” reversing field and running backwards in the SEC.' [*Thanks Mr. Fifty] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cole256 17,039 Posted May 15, 2018 Share Posted May 15, 2018 I hear these stories and just because of my background I guess I wonder what if he played safety....how good could he be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexava 6,972 Posted May 15, 2018 Share Posted May 15, 2018 I think he could play several positions on either side. Similar to kerryon in ability. Maybe stronger but not the football player of that caliber yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.