New QB commit & point that needs to be recognized

[BeastMan]

QB Nick Fitzgerald from Ga committed. He's currently unranked but he's 6'5 205 and runs a 4.65. He's a bit raw throwing but a really good runner and athlete. Somewhat of a project but he's an early enrollee. Both he and Staley knew we were signing 2 QBs so no issue there.

Now the big picture point. After next year, MSU has Dak Prescott, Damien Williams, Elijiah Staley, and Nick Fitzgerald. All true dual threat guys! All 4 guys are perfect for Mullen's system. IMO all 4 have talent to be good SEC QBs and Dak & Staley have the talent to be special.

[Coach34]

Hmmmm- saw him listed as a pro-style and thought the worst....maybe not a bad pick-up.

We know doubt need 4 QB's on the roster for 2014

I know CoachCamp wants Elijah to enroll early- but that damn big roundball stands in the way. I'm a big supporter of Coach Ray, but would much rather have Staley here for practice this coming Spring. 2 early enrollees at QB would be HUGE

[maroonmania]

QB Nick Fitzgerald from Ga committed. He's currently unranked but he's 6'5 205 and runs a 4.65. He's a bit raw throwing but a really good runner and athlete. Somewhat of a project but he's an early enrollee. Both he and Staley knew we were signing 2 QBs so no issue there.

Now the big picture point. After next year, MSU has Dak Prescott, Damien Williams, Elijiah Staley, and Nick Fitzgerald. All true dual threat guys! All 4 guys are perfect for Mullen's system. IMO all 4 have talent to be good SEC QBs and Dak & Staley have the talent to be special.

Dang, we won't be hurting for size at QB. A 6'7 guy and a 6'5 guy? Wow, makes Tyler seem undersized at only 6'4.

[BeastMan]

He might be listed pro style but he is an option QB at his school. Big arm but raw. The reason we take him now is b/c this is the type of guy who will blow up this year when he puts up big numbers, so we want him in the boat now. Staley is the crown jewel of this QB class but Fitzgerald is a nice pick up as well. Some will gripe now but check this kids offer sheet in Febuary

[maroonmania]

He might be listed pro style but he is an option QB at his school. Big arm but raw. The reason we take him now is b/c this is the type of guy who will blow up this year when he puts up big numbers, so we want him in the boat now. Staley is the crown jewel of this QB class but Fitzgerald is a nice pick up as well. Some will gripe now but check this kids offer sheet in Febuary

How did we get so hot on him? Was he at our camp as a QB?

[bulldawg28]

Yes sir. Mullen continues to bring in SEC talent.

[bulldawg28]

How did we get so hot on him? Was he at our camp as a QB?

Yes

[Big4Dawg]

"Coach (Dan) Mullen feels like I am a lot like Alex Smith in the fact I am athletic with a good arm and good footwork," said Fitzgerald. "I know I am not listed as a dual-threat but I feel I am. I have run a 4.65 forty before and Coach Mullen likes the fact I can also make things happen with my legs."

[BeastMan]

How did we get so hot on him? Was he at our camp as a QB?

I'm not gonna straight rip off Paul's story but we've been on him for a while (Im assuming from the camp circuit) and we turned it up when he came to camp this time (where he committed). Per Paul, he's been committed a few weeks now but went public today.

[coachcamp]

We were told that 2 QB's would be taken from the 2014 class. We were told that the 2nd QB would be a multiple position guy. IMO, its good to have 4 QB's on the roster. Ive seen freaky things happen to QB's. Also, if Fitz is coming in Jan, maybe that might encourage Elijah to do that also. I REALLY want him to, so he can compete right away. If he decides not to, then he will red shirt for sure. Either way he wont see the b-ball court til football is COMPLETLY over with.

[coachcamp]

I heard his primary position is wideout & that he is playing QB fulltime this year. Is this true?

[HancockCountyDog]

It seems like this is his first year at QB.

It's refreshing to see a recruit welcome competition.

[coachcamp]

It seems like this is his first year at QB.

It's refreshing to see a recruit welcome competition.

Im loving that the program is on the rise. Glad to be apart of the movement.

[Buddy]

I heard his primary position is wideout & that he is playing QB fulltime this year. Is this true?

Yes, I believe he played wideout the last few years because they had another QB that started (and signed with Air Force this spring). I believe the plan is for him to be the full-time QB this fall.

[biscuit]

We are building some actual SEC depth with talent. I love it!

[coachcamp]

Yes, I believe he played wideout the last few years because they had another QB that started (and signed with Air Force this spring). I believe the plan is for him to be the full-time QB this fall.

That great then.. You cant never have enough mobile QB's!

[Political Hack]

a high school QB not afraid to compete once he gets on campus will be refreshing. This is the SEC. It's good Staley recognizes that and is ready for big time football.

[Coach34]

That great then.. You cant never have enough mobile QB's!

CoachCamp and I are going to get along

[engie]

What level competition is this guy facing in his film? Looks pretty good running the ball...be sure to click on JR highlights. Off the charts athleticism with both of our QB commitments...


http://www.hudl.com/athlete/882067/highlights/46842379

[MaroonState]

With the size Fitz has, tight end could be a possibility in our offense.

[The Croom Diaries]

I guess we need to help him "feel the love"...

@NickFitz07: Why can't I be that guy with thousands of followers!? #notcoolenough

I'm over here in GA. I'm gonna try to see both of these guys play this fall and do a write up on them.

[SaltyDawg]

With the size Fitz has, tight end could be a possibility in our offense.

6'5" and 205 lbs ain't what I would call 'size'. Not to mention, Scout has him at 190 lbs.

[FISHDAWG]

I like the fact that he's got wide-out experience ... never know if that might come in handy

[coachcamp]

I guess we need to help him "feel the love"...

@NickFitz07: Why can't I be that guy with thousands of followers!? #notcoolenough

I'm over here in GA. I'm gonna try to see both of these guys play this fall and do a write up on them.
When you decide to come to a game, hit me up on twitter & let me know. You can sit with us. follow me on twitter.. @Coachcamp42..

[TheDawgBiscuit]

With the size Fitz has, tight end could be a possibility in our offense.

That's what I think as well. Get athletic guys that can do other things and get them on the field where they best fit.

[ShotgunDawg]

Bump. Interesting look back

[Thick]

How times have changed.....Staley gone, Nicky Fitz is the man. Passing improves and he becomes the leader, look out!

[PassInterference]

4.65 40. Right... Maybe he's slow accelerating. His top end is there.

[ShotgunDawg]

4.65 40. Right... Maybe he's slow accelerating. His top end is there.

There are some slow ass SEC DBs if he only runs a 4.65

[Jack Lambert]

We need to sign guys with stars by their names and a list full of SEC schools with offers from.

[dawgday166]

4.65 40. Right... Maybe he's slow accelerating. His top end is there.

I don't like him. Too slow *****

[dawgday166]

We need to sign guys with stars by their names and a list full of SEC schools with offers from.

As a general rule yes ... if we wanna compete for championships. There is no doubt IMO tho that Dan can evaluate and then develop QBs. Having consistency on the O staff for the last few years have probably helped that.

[ShotgunDawg]

We need to sign guys with stars by their names and a list full of SEC schools with offers from.

QB is different. At every other position, you pretty much have to recruit measurables. NOW.... sometimes kids with the proper measurables are playing out of position & are therefore undervalued, but that's not all that common

[DawgInMemphis]

4.65 40. Right... Maybe he's slow accelerating. His top end is there.

Track speed and football speed are different. Fitz has football speed.

[Jack Lambert]

QB is different. At every other position, you pretty much have to recruit measurables. NOW.... sometimes kids with the proper measurables are playing out of position & are therefore undervalued, but that's not all that common

I contend that having a 8" dick is better then having a 12" dick.

a. You can only go so deep. Few inch's wasted.
b. You can only go so deep. Few inch's not feeling anything.

[dawgday166]

I contend that having a 8" dick is better then having a 12" dick.

a. You can only go so deep. Few inch's wasted.
b. You can only go so deep. Few inch's not feeling anything.

The extra few inches help when you HAVE to go deep **

[dawgday166]

Track speed and football speed are different. Fitz has football speed.

See Jerry Rice.

[Jack Lambert]

The extra few inches help when you HAVE to go deep **

That's where speed comes in handy.

[dawgday166]

That's where speed comes in handy.

Ha! +1

The JACKHammer effect.

[Sacrifice]

4.65 40. Right... Maybe he's slow accelerating. His top end is there.

I was bored AF last night so I decided to rewatch the game for the 10th time. On Fitz's 61 yrd TD run in the 3rd quarter, I timed him running 40 yards of it, because he mainly ran straight up field.
This is nothing scientific, just me with a cell phone in one hand and a cold ML in another. I clocked him in the 4.5 to 4.6 range every time.
Thats with pads on and a football in his hands. I don't know what his real time is but he's pretty damn fast.

[bulldawg28]

Track speed and football speed are different. Fitz has football speed.

He's faster than a 4.65. He obviously didn't have the proper technique in high school to run the forty. He's a low 4.5 possibly high 4.4 guy