As a team, you have to have balance. We went out and recruited positions of need. We had to replace some quarterbacks - that was a position of need. |
At this point it is hard to tell how good we will be, but we will really be able to tell once everyone gets the pads on and we head into training camp. We still need to understand the schemes a little better, but we will be OK if they stay enthusiastic and energetic like they were today. |
But we did have a conversation or two about advantages and disadvantages. |
Certainly Chris is ready to go and at least start the next game for us. We also have to get Josh Driscoll ready to go depending on where Chester is. |
Certainly the position has to be earned and this is the first phase. The evaluation process starts now. |
For some positions that is exactly what it is. They have to show that they have the toughness as well as the ability to compete at a high level. I'm expecting the players to come out on Saturday and show exactly what they have. |
Having gone through an entire season and being able to evaluate the entire staff, I felt the need to go in another direction with some of my staff. It's not the most opportune time to make this change with recruiting coming up, but it was a necessary move. |
He (Chester) showed his ability to scramble and make plays on the run. Those are his assets. He throws the ball well on the run. He made some good decisions out there. |
He played low and stayed low. The way they double-teamed him showed the highest level of respect. |
He's conscientious, and he understands that we depend on him to show leadership and do the things we have to do on that side of the ball. Chris has shown his ability not only as a football player, but being able to persevere through some really difficult times. He's shown that if you have a great attitude and mental strength you'll be able to go through that and progress. |
He's had an outstanding year and he is definitely one of our leaders. He's a hard worker that pays attention to detail. |
I have mandated to our staff to get out and meet coaches. They need to see our logo. They need to know that we are out doing extensive evaluations on their players academically and athletically. FAMU will be visible. |
I just want his mobility. How well can he move around. We want to make sure he can have pressure on the leg and run. We want to give him limited reps in practice and see how he responds. |
I know we still have some hurdles to cross. You just don't know what they're going to be. |
I think there would be great support for a game here, and I know it would generate a lot of revenue here in Tampa. |