RB's and a few questions

[CadaverDawg]

Clearly we have our starting RB in Aeris and that is not debatable. That being said, where does Nick Gibson fit into our RB rotation? He's a similar player, similar size, as Aeris, so I don't see Dan using him as a "change of pace". In fact, I actually see Mixon as our "change of pace" guy on speed sweeps, etc. I even think we may go bigger for a change of pace this year at times by throwing Lee or Murphy in there for a few plays. So how do we utilize a really good back like Gibson? I'd love to see us put Aeris & Gibson in a diamond formation with Fitz, but that horse was beaten to death the last few years and clearly ain't happening.

Also, where do you see Kylin fitting in year 1? Just special teams, or will he get some RB snaps?

RB is probably as talented and deep as it's been in years, so I'm just curious how we incorporate and best utilize all of that talent. It's a good problem to have imo.

[msstate7]

I too anticipated mixon getting a good many carries this year, but I wonder if dear's injury changes that. Can't afford to lose mixon

[Ifyouonlyknew]

Aeris & Nick aren't similar. Aeris is almost 225 workhorse back that gets stronger as the game goes. Nick is around 200-205 with more wiggle & slashing ability. I expect Nick to be the #2 guy.

[lamont]

Hill is going to redshirt unless we part ways with DLee. There are no carries for him to be had unless someone gets hurt

Plus we all know it takes a year to learn how to pass block anyway

[Dallas_Dawg]

Hill is going to redshirt unless we part ways with DLee. There are no carries for him to be had

Plus we all know it takes a year to learn how to pass block anyway

Who says D Lee is getting carries? That hasn't happened in his career

[lamont]

Who says D Lee is getting carries? That hasn't happened in his career

Which is really my point. The 3rd guy isn't going to get reps- let alone the 4th guy

[HoopsDawg]

Don't need a change of pace. Just need two good backs to carry the rock. That's my hope for Aeris and Gibson.

[dawgday166]

Hill is going to redshirt unless we part ways with DLee. There are no carries for him to be had unless someone gets hurt

Plus we all know it takes a year to learn how to pass block anyway

2 - 3 years is more accurate assessment.

[KB21]

Hill will not redshirt. He will play on special teams and has a chance to compete with Nick Gibson for the #2 role behind Aeris. Dontavian Lee and Alec Murphy will likely play the FB role long term in the offense.

[lamont]

Hill will not redshirt. He will play on special teams and has a chance to compete with Nick Gibson for the #2 role behind Aeris. Dontavian Lee and Alec Murphy will likely play the FB role long term in the offense.

People said that about Aeris too. Until the TB learns the offense and pass blocks- they aren't going to play. We've had 1 true freshman play RB under Mullen in 8 years- Shumpert. Why? Because he has been the best blocking RB we have had

[Cooterpoot]

Don't be surprised if you see 1, maybe 2 RBs (probably just 1) leave after spring.

[Cary Hudson's little bro]

I would not be surprised at all if Kylin Hill and Aeris are the feature backs this year. Hill is that good. Nick is in a big "show me" season. I know he was 'blocked' by Shumpert and Holloway, but he should have been able to get more than 3 carries. He could get squeezed out again. Hill is very similar to Josh Robinson in running style

[Cooterpoot]

Hill is set to redshirt. Barring the loss of 2 RBs, he's not likely to do more than scout team duties. He's the future and we aren't going to waste him on special teams.

[Cary Hudson's little bro]

Hill is set to redshirt. Barring the loss of 2 RBs, he's not likely to do more than scout team duties. He's the future and we aren't going to waste him on special teams.

Hes better than that and he's ready. I guess we will see. He is rocked up already at 215lbs+

[dawgday166]

Hes better than that and he's ready. I guess we will see. He is rocked up already at 215lbs+

Can he pick up the blitz against SEC LBs? THAT is what will determine if he plays that much or not. Unless Mullen relaxes his standards for RBs.

[CadaverDawg]

Aeris & Nick aren't similar. Aeris is almost 225 workhorse back that gets stronger as the game goes. Nick is around 200-205 with more wiggle & slashing ability. I expect Nick to be the #2 guy.

Nick is supposedly up to 215 according to himself and others around the team. That's the reason I was asking.

[Ifyouonlyknew]

Nick is supposedly up to 215 according to himself and others around the team. That's the reason I was asking.

Gotcha still think he & Aeris compliment each other pretty well.

[lamont]

Can he pick up the blitz against SEC LBs? THAT is what will determine if he plays that much or not. Unless Mullen relaxes his standards for RBs.

This all day. Until he knows the pass protections and blocks- he won't see the field

[Cary Hudson's little bro]

This all day. Until he knows the pass protections and blocks- he won't see the field

I understand (historically) why you say that, but I'm telling you, Kylin Hill has a higher ceiling than all our current backs. Hell, JRob was the worst blocker we've ever thrown out there and he rarely left the field.

[Jack Lambert]

I say start with one and run him until his tongue dragged the ground then put in the next one until his tongue drags the ground and so on.