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A Look at Next Year's Projected Lineup

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QB- Justin Holman (Obviously the same QB as last year. I expect him to improve, but how much is still to be determined. I think he is good enough to lead us to another conference championship as he is one of the better QBs in the conference.)
Confidence in position last year (1-10): 6.0
Confidence in position this year: 7.0


RB- William Stanback (Coming off of an extremely disappointing campaign in 2014, Stanback could easily be jumped in the depth chart if he doesn't put in serious work in the offseason. Overall, I expect the RB position to get better for 2 reasons. 1) More experience at the position 2) Hopefully better O Line play. If Stanback doesn't step it up I want to see some more Micah Reed or start throwing Taj McGowan into the mix.

Confidence in position last year: 5.0
Confidence in position this year: 5.5

WR- Tre'Quan Smith
(A monster on the scout team. The question is, will his success on the practice field translate on Saturdays? If he performs as well as O'Leary has described in various interviews, we may be in for a treat in 2015.)
Confidence in position last year (Breshad Perriman) : 8.5
Confidence in position this year (Tre'Quan Smith): 7.0

WR- Tristan Payton
(Easily one of the most exciting prospects going into the season. I would be shocked if he didn't work himself into the starting receiver rotation right away given the lack of depth at the position.)

Confidence in position last year (Rannell Hall): 8.5
Confidence in position this year (Tristan Payton): 7.0

WR- Taylor Oldham
(The most experienced WR we have going into the season. It's still TBD on what we have with him. He hasn't really flashed as of yet, but that could be attributed to the fact that there was serious competition in front of him.)

Confidence in position last year (JJ Worton): 8.5
Confidence in position this year (Taylor Oldham): 5.5

WR- D'erren Wilson
(Another exciting WR prospect that could work himself into the receiver rotation if he impresses early on. He certainly has the intangibles. I like what I see on tape. Once again, let's see if it translates.

Confidence in position last year (Josh Reese) : 8.0
Confidence in position this year (D'erren Wilson): 6.5

WR- Cameron Stewart
(Once again, another Freshman that could easily snag a role at receiver. Much like Tre'Quan Smith and D'erren WIlson, a big-bodied WR that has dominated defenders so far in his career.)

Confidence in position last year (Jackie Williams): 6.5
Confidence in position this year (Cameron Stewart): 6.5

TE- Kevin Miller/Jordan Akins
(Much like Justin Tukes, I feel like Kevin Miller will be used mostly as a blocker. There is nothing wrong with that as we will need all the help we can get on the line of scrimmage.)

Confidence in position last year (Justin Tukes): 6.0
Confidence in position this year (Kevin Miller): 5.5


LT- Michael Campbell/Tyler Hudanick
(I'm not really thrilled with Michael Campbell so far. That being said, it is early in his career and OL is difficult to play early in one's career. If LT doesn't go over well for Michael Campbell, I'm hoping Tyler Hudanick can step in and be a serviceable lineman.)

Confidence in position last year (Torrian Wilson): 7.0
Confidence in position this year (Michael Campbell) : 4.0

LG- Tarik Cook
(He has the experience, but hasn't seized any legitimate starting opportunity as of yet. LG is up for grabs. Cook needs to step it up. If he does, he will receive plenty of playing time.)

Confidence in position last year (switched so many times I don't even know) 5.0
Confidence in position this season (Tarik Cook) 5.5

C- Luke Hiers/Jason Rae
(This will be a battle in training camp. Jason Rae has experience, but Hiers has much more upside. I'm hoping Hiers wins out simply because he has 4 years to really develop into a great C.)

Confidence in position last year (Joey Grant/Jason Rae): 5.5
Confidence in position this year (Luke Hiers/Jason Rae):6.0

RG- Joey Grant
(I believe Joey Grant will play RG, but he could move back to Center. Regardless, we need him to be a leader on the line this year. He had a rough year last year, but I will give him the benefit of the doubt as he dealt with a shoulder injury for much of the 2014 season.)

Confidence in position last year (switched a lot) :4.5
Confidence in position this year (Joey Grant) : 5.5

RT- Chavis Dickey
(A promising young linemen who has had his fair share of good and bad games. With a year of experience under his belt, I can see him having a pretty decent year. We really need him to progress because Holman got killed many times against better competition by defenders coming from Dickey's side. (NC State game)

Confidence in position last year (Chavis Dickey) : 5.5
Confidence in position this year (Chavis Dickey) : 6.5

DE- Thomas Niles/Titus Davis
(This is Thomas Niles job to lose. I don't think he will lose it to a freshman. Niles is a pretty decent linemen (just a bit undersized). I really wish he could consistently play like he did in the Fiesta Bowl (3 sacks). Titus Davis was recruited pretty heavily so I expect good things from him. Just not right away.

Confidence in position last year (Thomas Niles): 6.5
Confidence in position this year (Thomas Niles): 7.0

DE- Miles Pace/Monte Taylor
(I'm a fan of Miles Pace. He has had some really good games. It would be nice for him to step up and be a leader on the line this year. And for depth purposes JC player Monte Taylor comes in with some college experience.)

Confidence in position last year (Miles Pace/others) : 6.0
Confidence in position this year (Miles Pace) : 6.5

DT- Demetrius Anderson
(One of the veteran leaders on defense this upcoming season, Demetrius should be a decent option as far as stopping the run. With him, the trouble is getting pressure on the QB. I don't see anyone taking his spot come 2015.

Confidence in position last year (Demetrius Anderson): 6.5
Confidence in position this year (Demetrius Anderson):7.0

DT
- Jamiyus Pittman/Brendon Hayes (Coming off of a solid Freshman campaign, expect good things from Jamiyus Pittman this season. O'Leary is very high on this kid, quoted as saying Pittman has the potential to become the "best DT in UCF history." Let's hope that comes to fruition, as we desperately need run stuffers in the middle of the line. For depth purposes Brendon Hayes will be added as a DT most likely as he has pretty good size.)

Confidence in position (Jaryl Mamea): 6.5
Confidence in position (Jamiyus Pittman):7.5

OLB- Jordan Franks/Pat Jasinski/Neal Nelson
(This will be quite the battle in the spring. Jordan Franks received minimal playing time last season, but that's more than any of the other options. However, Pat Jasinski and Neal Nelson might be inexperienced, but they seem to be pretty good prospects coming out of high school. I wouldn't be surprised if one of the Freshmen stepped up and took the starting OLB job.)

Confidence in position last year (Troy Gray):7.5
Confidence in position this year (Franks/Jasinski/Nelson): 6.5

MLB- Demeitre Brim/Quintin Hampton
(A transfer from Virginia, Demeitre Brim is eligible to play for UCF this season. He was the scout team player of the year on defense. O'Leary also praises Brim, as well as many other coaches. Expect him to make an impact for the defense this season. Freshman Quintin Hampton could also steal the MLB position if he dominates spring ball. This is another position that isn't set in stone.)

Confidence in position last year (Terrance Plummer): 8.5
Confidence in position this year (Demeitre Brim): 7.5

OLB
-Errol Clarke/Chequan Burkett/Marcus Foster (Seeing a good amount of playing time last season, Errol Clarke looks to be one of the staples of the 2015 defense. Errol is another guy we need to become a leader on this defense. If Clarke disappoints, Chequan Burkett ("the forgotten one") will be more than happy to take over the OLB duties. Burkett was a beast his freshmen season when he saw the field. Unfortunately, he got hurt that season and hasn't really been the same since.)

Confidence in position last year (Errol Clarke): 6.5
Confidence in position this year (Clarke/Burkett/Foster):7.0

CB-Kyle Gibson
(Probably the defensive player with the most expectations, Kyle Gibson looks to fill the shoes of arguably the best DB in UCF history, Jacoby Glenn. Gibson was highly recruited coming out of high school, and was redshirted last season. I expect big things from Kyle in his Redshirt Freshmen campaign.)

Confidence in position last year (Jacoby Glenn): 9.5
Confidence in position this year (Kyle Gibson):7.5

CB- Shaquill Griffin
(The most experienced returning player in the secondary, Shaquill Griffin looks to improve after a lackluster 2014 campaign. He certainly has the tools to turn it around. If anyone remembers, Josh Robinson was pretty horrible his first year. Much like Robinson, I expect Shaquill Griffin to play much better in 2015.)

Confidence in position last year (Jordan Ozerities):7.0
Confidence in position this year (Shaquill Griffin):7.0

CB- Rashard Causey
(Causey is a wildcard. He has no experience as an incoming Freshmen, but has quite the resume coming out of high school. He received 30+ offers, and not many of the those offers came from bad schools. Causey also played at St. Thomas Aquinas, which is essentially a college football factory. If Shaquill Griffin doesn't make the necessary improvement, I could see Rashard Causey taking one of the starting CB jobs.)

Confidence in position last year (DJ Killings): 6.5
Confidence in position this year (Rashard Causey):7.0

Other CBs
- D.J Killings/Chris Williams (DJ Killings saw a good amount of playing time as one of the corners against 4/5 wide formations last season. Chris Williams was redshirted last season, and I haven't heard much about him. What I remember is that we flipped him from Alabama on signing day and he seems to be a pretty talented player. I wouldn't be too surprised if one of these 2 guys also competed for a DB job in the spring.)

Confidence in these DB's: 5.5

FS- Drico Johnson/Tre Neal
(Any time Brandon Alexander came out last season, Drico Johnson received playing time at FS last season. I would assume it's his job to lose next season. However, Tre Neal is a talented redshirt player who could come out of nowhere next season.)

Confidence in position last year (Brandon Alexander):7.5
Confidence in position this year (Johnson/Neal):7.0

SS- Mike Rogers/Brandon Scott
(Assuming Mike Rogers cleans up the academic side of things, I think he will finally be able to join the team. He was the Georgia high school state player of the year in his senior year. If he is still focused on football, he could be good for us. If not, I'm not too concerned because we landed a great player in Brandon Scott on signing day. He seems like a guy who could play right away if he comes in with the right mindset.)

Confidence in position last year (Clayton Geathers):9.0
Confidence in position this year (Rogers/Scott):7.5

K- Donald Delahaye
(One of the walk-ons next season, Delahaye has a legit chance at becoming the starting kicker. Shawn Moffitt is gone, and I can't think of anyone else that could replace him.)

Confidence in postion last year (Shawn Moffitt):8.0
Confidence in position this year (Delahaye):5.5

P- Caleb Houston
(This is his job to lose. I guess the only threat is Sophomore Mac Loudermilk. And as I'm typing this I'm starting to think Loudermilk could take the Punter job because Caleb Houston leaves much to be desired.)
Confidence in position last year (Caleb Houston):5.0
Confidence in position this year (Houston/Loudermilk):5.5

This post was edited on 2/7 10:57 PM by UCF 10 Georgia 6

This post was edited on 2/7 11:27 PM by UCF 10 Georgia 6
 
Luke Hiers is one of the additions in this signing class that I'm most intrigued about, but O'Leary isn't known for making true freshmen into starters on the offensive line. I think Hiers will redshirt.
 
Originally posted by firm_bizzle:
This is really bad. You are enamoured with the recruits.
Why is it bad? Because I actually took time to write something unlike clowns like you who post random shit that nobody cares about? How am I enamoured with the recruits might I ask as well? I have about 6 Freshman starting...coach OLeary said himself he usually starts 6-7 freshman each season. And if you haven't noticed we lost a lot of starters from last year..but that probably didn't register in your head.

This post was edited on 2/8 2:41 AM by UCF 10 Georgia 6
 
Originally posted by firm_bizzle:
This is really bad. You are enamoured with the recruits.
This is a UCF fan board, Firm. If you're not enamoured with the football team, then you're not being a fan correctly.
 
I thought it was a pretty good analysis, and I enjoyed reading it. UCF 10 is not completely biased and is honest about certain players that performed less than expected last year, see Stanbeck. He obviously has a lot of insight into what is going on with our favorite team.

Keep up the good work UCF 10.

This post was edited on 2/8 5:47 AM by 82-MI-Knight
 
All seemed like fair analysis to me. Apparently some folks won't be happy unless you say the sky is falling.

There's a lot of questions marks at key positions this year. I think we make it to another bowl but don't think we'll win the conference. But I also thought we'd do much worse last year too so who knows?
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Originally posted by UCF 10 Georgia 6:

Originally posted by firm_bizzle:
This is really bad. You are enamoured with the recruits.
Why is it bad? Because I actually took time to write something unlike clowns like you who post random shit that nobody cares about? How am I enamoured with the recruits might I ask as well? I have about 6 Freshman starting...coach OLeary said himself he usually starts 6-7 freshman each season. And if you haven't noticed we lost a lot of starters from last year..but that probably didn't register in your head.

This post was edited on 2/8 2:41 AM by UCF 10 Georgia 6
Can't you just put up 5 posts about how O'leary sucks and should be fired or retire? We haven't had one of those in about 3 days and Firm gets all excited when he posts or reads one.
 
Originally posted by Mikesi:

Originally posted by UCF 10 Georgia 6:

Originally posted by firm_bizzle:
This is really bad. You are enamoured with the recruits.
Why is it bad? Because I actually took time to write something unlike clowns like you who post random shit that nobody cares about? How am I enamoured with the recruits might I ask as well? I have about 6 Freshman starting...coach OLeary said himself he usually starts 6-7 freshman each season. And if you haven't noticed we lost a lot of starters from last year..but that probably didn't register in your head.

This post was edited on 2/8 2:41 AM by UCF 10 Georgia 6
Can't you just put up 5 posts about how O'leary sucks and should be fired or retire? We haven't had one of those in about 3 days and Firm gets all excited when he posts or reads one.
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Originally posted by UCF 10 Georgia 6:

Originally posted by firm_bizzle:
This is really bad. You are enamoured with the recruits.
Why is it bad? Because I actually took time to write something unlike clowns like you who post random shit that nobody cares about? How am I enamoured with the recruits might I ask as well? I have about 6 Freshman starting...coach OLeary said himself he usually starts 6-7 freshman each season. And if you haven't noticed we lost a lot of starters from last year..but that probably didn't register in your head.

This post was edited on 2/8 2:41 AM by UCF 10 Georgia 6
While I appreciate your enthusiasm for UCF football and your effort, there are so many mistakes in your analysis. ;m

-GOL said that usually 6-7 freshman play (not start)
-most likely we'll be in 2 WR sets with a FB/HB, TE and RB.
-Jordan Akins will play WR, not TE.
-Joey Grant will continue to play C.
-Have you looked at our depth on the OL? Where is Colby Watson, Chester Brown, Wyatt Miller etc.
-Have you looked at our depth on the DL? Where is Lowry, Green, McDowdell, etc.
-Mike Rodgers goes from being out of football to starter? Probably not.


This post was edited on 2/8 10:41 AM by firm_bizzle
 
Originally posted by firm_bizzle:

Originally posted by UCF 10 Georgia 6:

Originally posted by firm_bizzle:
This is really bad. You are enamoured with the recruits.
Why is it bad? Because I actually took time to write something unlike clowns like you who post random shit that nobody cares about? How am I enamoured with the recruits might I ask as well? I have about 6 Freshman starting...coach OLeary said himself he usually starts 6-7 freshman each season. And if you haven't noticed we lost a lot of starters from last year..but that probably didn't register in your head.

This post was edited on 2/8 2:41 AM by UCF 10 Georgia 6
While I appreciate your enthusiasm for UCF football and your effort, there are so many mistakes in your analysis. ;m

-GOL said that usually 6-7 freshman play (not start)
-most likely we'll be in 2 WR sets with a FB/HB, TE and RB.
-Jordan Akins will play WR, not TE.
-Joey Grant will continue to play C.
-Have you looked at our depth on the OL? Where is Colby Watson, Chester Brown, Wyatt Miller etc.
-Have you looked at our depth on the DL? Where is Lowry, Green, McDowdell, etc.
-Mike Rodgers goes from being out of football to starter? Probably not.


This post was edited on 2/8 10:41 AM by firm_bizzle
While I don't agree with him calling for GOL's head, Firm does have some good points in this reply. I'm scratching my head trying to figure out how UCF 10 Georgia 6 concluded that Akins will be a tight end?

Firm, why you think our offense is going to primarily run two-receiver sets? Do you think we're going to go back to a "run first" philosophy?
 
I have to agree about Mike Rogers. He was a 2 way player in high school and I believe he played corner for the most part. A lot of his snaps and highlights were from the offensive side of the ball. An immensely talented player, but sort of a project. To go from out of all football to starting safety is a reach to say the least.

Akins would be a better fit at tight end. He lost some speed and quickness with his size IMO, but he's a man among boys. Lots of new and better talent at WR.

Also.., I was at the Fiesta Bowl. No biggie, but did Thomas Niles have 3 sacks?? Our D-line next year should be the strongest unit on the team.

Yes., there are some key players omitted that will play a role.


Anyway., any post that takes this much time and thought on a depth chart is a good post.
 
I forgot to add where is Justin McDonald in the 2-deep at LB?

You always try to put your best athletes on the field. Last year it was WR, next year it will probably be 2 WR, TE, FB/HB, RB. We'll probably be a run first team or 51/49 run. This should help Holman and Stanback, adding extra blocking in both the run & pass game.
 
Originally posted by firm_bizzle:
This is really bad. You are enamoured with the recruits.
Agreed, if we have that many true freshmen on the two deep we are a 4 win team.
 
I think Akins would be greatly utilized like that TE Tulsa used against us in 2006. Basically just a bigger WR, but can hold a better block than other WR's.
 
There will be many battles for playing time in the 2-deep over the spring and summer.

What surprised me back in the beginning of the GOL reign is how willing he is to throw
out the spring 2-deep when summer practices come along.

GOL knows after many painstaking hours of watching practice film what he's looking for in his two deep.
With what he said about the new class, I wouldn't be surprised if there are a lot of changes
in the 2-deep that will occur twice this year (both after spring and summer).

I'm glad we have a lot of good players on our roster ... I've stopped trying to figure out who
will actually make the field. The upside is I don't have to spend most of my life watching
practice film :)
 
Originally posted by firm_bizzle:

Originally posted by UCF 10 Georgia 6:

Originally posted by firm_bizzle:
This is really bad. You are enamoured with the recruits.
Why is it bad? Because I actually took time to write something unlike clowns like you who post random shit that nobody cares about? How am I enamoured with the recruits might I ask as well? I have about 6 Freshman starting...coach OLeary said himself he usually starts 6-7 freshman each season. And if you haven't noticed we lost a lot of starters from last year..but that probably didn't register in your head.

This post was edited on 2/8 2:41 AM by UCF 10 Georgia 6
While I appreciate your enthusiasm for UCF football and your effort, there are so many mistakes in your analysis. ;m

-GOL said that usually 6-7 freshman play (not start)
-most likely we'll be in 2 WR sets with a FB/HB, TE and RB.
-Jordan Akins will play WR, not TE.
-Joey Grant will continue to play C.
-Have you looked at our depth on the OL? Where is Colby Watson, Chester Brown, Wyatt Miller etc.
-Have you looked at our depth on the DL? Where is Lowry, Green, McDowdell, etc.
-Mike Rodgers goes from being out of football to starter? Probably not.


This post was edited on 2/8 10:41 AM by firm_bizzle
-That sounds more accurate, 6-7 players seeing playing time makes more sense than 6-7 starting. However, this year I could totally see 6-7 freshmen starters.
-We will not be in 2 WR sets..this is 2015.
-Jordan Akins will not play WR..he is too slow. He is either a TE or nothing.
-Joey Grant, although primarily a Center, will be needed at guard instead. We are extremely weak at that position and Jason Rae can take care of center.
-I've seen the depth on the O line. I am not impressed with that group (Watson,Brown,Miller). I think the incoming class of linemen are more talented.
-I've seen the depth on the D line. Lance McDowell was a major disappointment last year. I'll agree that I should've mentioned Deion Green.
-Usually I would agree that someone who sat out a year wouldn't start. However, we lost our starters at safety and this position is up for grabs.
 
Originally posted by Shark19:
Originally posted by firm_bizzle:
This is really bad. You are enamoured with the recruits.
Agreed, if we have that many true freshmen on the two deep we are a 4 win team.
The reality is that there will be a good amount of freshmen on the two deep simply because there are many positions that have been depleted. I can almost guarantee you Tristan Payton, D'erren Wilson/Cameron Stewart,Brandon Scott,Rashard Causey, Luke Hiers show up on the 2 deep..among others.
 
I bet at least 3 of the guys mentioned get redshirted,Hiers in particular.....needs to build strength for the college game.
 
Originally posted by UCF 10 Georgia 6:

Originally posted by firm_bizzle:
This is really bad. You are enamoured with the recruits.
Why is it bad? Because I actually took time to write something unlike clowns like you who post random shit that nobody cares about? How am I enamoured with the recruits might I ask as well? I have about 6 Freshman starting...coach OLeary said himself he usually starts 6-7 freshman each season. And if you haven't noticed we lost a lot of starters from last year..but that probably didn't register in your head.

This post was edited on 2/8 2:41 AM by UCF 10 Georgia 6
O'Leary said around 6 freshman typically play. Not start. Big difference.

We have a ton of offensive lineman returning that you've ignored. Seriously doubt two true freshman will be playing. And I really hope we don't see Grant at guard. He's not big enough. We got killed up the middle when him and Rae played next to each other. Hopefully Colby Watson will be healthy and ready to contribute and Grant will start at center.
 
I appreciate the write-up. It's nice to read what other fans think.

Personally I feel the OL and DL guys we brought in will mostly RS, maybe 1 will play DE.
I feel like Chavis Dickey will slide over to LT before a true freshman plays. I think Grant belongs at center too if he's healthy. He doesn't have the same frame as a guy who belongs at guard. IIRC he's already had to put on so much weight from HS just to play.

Will be interesting to see which freshman WR will make an impact this year
 
"UCF10 Georgia 6"

Excellent write up. Good reading for sure. I am going to copy it and post it in the "Dungeon". Hope you don't mind. Good stuff the "Dungeon"....well worth it...
 
Good thoughts. Maybe I'm reading it wrong but you have 13 starters on Offense. You think we are going to go with 5 WR'S on the field?
 
Originally posted by Randyred:
Good thoughts. Maybe I'm reading it wrong but you have 13 starters on Offense. You think we are going to go with 5 WR'S on the field?
Oh no I'm thinking there will be 3 WR's on the field at a time. I just listed all 5 because its kind of a toss up who will start this year.
 
Originally posted by Kevin Reis:

"UCF10 Georgia 6"

Excellent write up. Good reading for sure. I am going to copy it and post it in the "Dungeon". Hope you don't mind. Good stuff the "Dungeon"....well worth it...
Yeah no problem go ahead and post it. I will be probably end up getting Dungeon membership at some point.
 
"UCF10 Georgia 6".... just get ready for more criticism, fans over there are worse. They will break down each sentence and rip it apart, even though it is your opinion. Keep the posts coming.
 
Stanback was a huge let down last year and the OLine didn't help his case.

I know he was injured at some points in the year as well. If can get stability on the line I think he can have a terrific year. Micah Reed and Dontravious were mediocre at best with a few flashes of greatness, but they aren't what we need. Hopefully someone else steps up or they somehow shift into another gear this offseason.
 
Don't forget Stanback was also banged up most of the year. I think he is by far our best RB and I like the progression I saw out of Wilson and Reed. Stanback needs to get after it but the best we got.
 
Don't count out OL Colby Watson, (6'5" 318 lbs) who suffered a season ending injury in the 3rd or 4th game last year...should be back in the mix for a starting spot too.

Believe he had the best strength workouts during the off-season last year amongst the OL...and hopefully, when back at 100% later this Spring/Summer...can help lead a much stronger push off the line this year (with others of course).

In regards to the Center position...play the best player (hopefully Grant can finally be back to 100% healthy after major surgery which kept him out of the bowl game...and if Rae can improve after seeing PT for the first time...but if Hiers wins the job in camp...then let him give it a go.
 
Excellent write up....appreciate the insight and passion. Keep the reviews coming.....many of us like your write ups...not everyone here is a naysayer or is ready to hang you for missing a comma or forgetting an O Lineman who got buried on a depth chart but is still at the school.
 
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