Comments on: More freshman impact: Georgia’s Smith or FSU’s Reid?

By: A Reid fan and a teacher

A Reid fan and a teacher — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:43:17 +0000

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I now know why I never read any of this…grown adults talking about children as if you really know anything about them other than how they played in a game. Maybe if you did know them, you would be a little less prone to criticize. BOTH are barely out of high school, and BOTH are playing as true freshmen in DI games! I personally only know one of them, and it saddens me that so many adults have nothing better to do than rant about what all they DO NOT know about these players–not to mention anything about NCAA and the recruiting process. Both players had to be cleared through the Clearinghouse…such a novel name… in order to be eligible, or “cleared.” Academic requirements were the same for both FSU and UGA, and yes, I do know; I saw them all, UF included. Most schools wanted Reid, so much that his life became a circus. He chose FSU and is doing well, both academically and athletically.

By: UGADawgsluv

UGADawgsluv — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 01:29:03 +0000

The comments by the Gator fans are just plain funny. The only reason they complain about Reid is because he is wearing Garnet and Gold and not Orange and Blue. If he was a Gator, Gator fans would be singing his praises and bragging about him. Free shoes U? How old is that? Florida is lucky they have enough players on parole to field a team. I think using a dead womans credit card and shooting at people with an assault rifle is a lot worse than cheating on an online music class. Get over yourselves Gator fans. I’m not even an FSU fan and I notice the hypocracy.

By: Robear

Robear — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 16:23:03 +0000

Dawg Drool,

Teague played against Western Kentucky so don’t go overboard just yet. I think I could find some room to roam in the Hilltopper’s secondary. Reid is a baller and did it against the Canes who are and will be a top 20 team all year.

By: Robear

Robear — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 16:12:30 +0000

TampaGator,

Nole envy much? Good grief you can’t hide it. You go out of your way to criticize a true freshman for getting overly excited in his first college game where he made a MAJOR impact. What do you know about the kids character? By the way, how many times did Percy get suspended for smoking pot during his brief stay in Gainesville? Oh wait, he was “injured”. Yeah, right.

By: Big Man

Big Man — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:11:58 +0000

Greg Reid without a doubt. Chip you forgot to mention that it was Reid who put pressure on Jacory Harris and hit him as he attempted to pass which caused the INT for a touchdown, so basically he had a hand in both INTs. Reid made his presence felt.

By: fan

fan — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:58:27 +0000

get off smith he will show every body why he was number 1 player in the state. i think reid was scared of completion look at uga depth chart he chose fsu to be a nickle back when he and smith could be starting together you tell me

By: SecIsFootball

SecIsFootball — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:53:21 +0000

TampaGator…you take about Reid running around looking for praise, well, Knowshon Moreno says hello.

By: SecIsFootball

SecIsFootball — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:50:58 +0000

Dont know how they will be down the road as it is WAY too early to determine that. I didnt get to watch Smith on Sat but I did see Reid and he was AWESOME. Didnt look like a frosh.

By: TampaGator

TampaGator — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:06:32 +0000

Brandon Smith has both talent and character. Greg Reid has just talent. End of story. I take Smith every time.

By: Hugedawgfan

Hugedawgfan — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 04:40:35 +0000

I can’t believe this question was ever posed. Really? Chip, wasn’t it obvious who was the better athelete this weekend? please, no contest.
But I do agree that Jimbo will always find a way to get his playmakers in the game, UGa, well, no so fast my friend. Hey, CMR, wake up and take back the offense and get the playmakers on the field(or at least the best 11 that week)to give us the best shot at winning—What can Marlon or Rontavious do you ask? that’s my point-they were never put in to see. GATA Dawgs, PLEASE!!!!!!!

By: rabbit

rabbit — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:58:34 +0000

Correction: FSU may not have won (not one). This is for all of you who probably want to avoid the real issue and say something about my grammar. Trust me, I probably know more about grammar than you ever will.

By: Ville32

Ville32 — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:57:45 +0000

LOUISVILLE CARDINALS SUCK!!! anybody think KENTUCKY will do anything this year?

By: rabbit

rabbit — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:55:21 +0000

All of you on here hating on Greg Reid talking about him staying out of trouble, lack of academics, and his attitude, really don’t know what you’re talking about. I’ve known this child all of his life and he has always demonstrated that kind of enthusiasm about playing football. He has overcome some tremendous odds to be where he is, so give it a rest. Tampa Gator, you probably only say that because you can’t do it. Greg is one of the most unselfish players I know who will do anything to help his team win, even if it means putting them on his back and carrying them. FSU may not have one, but it certainly wasn’t because Greg didn’t do what he could to help them do so. You people get on here blogging and saying all kinds of negative things about these young people who are trying to make it the best way they know how. Shut Up and Get A Life of Your Own. Until you walk a mile in a person’s shoes, don’t try to judge them,especially since most of you are simply spouting off nonsense that you heard or think you know. Keep up the good work Greg and don’t be dissuaded by these naysayers.

By: FSU

FSU — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:12:32 +0000

correction: *great in their debuts

also before you judge if the player is about team and revealing “true colors”
maybe reid had personal issues and found it might be easier to help support his family from closer to home

and it is his teammates that said that they wish they had as much confidence as reid shows when they were freshman

By: FSU

FSU — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:08:23 +0000

Reid had the better game, but considering both made some errors, both did godd in their debuts, considering the werent playing against some no name schools.
To tampa gator, a lot of players need to come out with reid’s attitude, give him a break, honestly how may of us would be jumping up and down after our first “big” play? nearly all of us.

the way I see it he was trying to get the D, and the crowd into the game.

By: FRED

FRED — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:03:09 +0000

YOU MUST FEEL SORRY FOR SMITH THIS JOKE OF A COACHING STAFF WILL NEVER USE HIM THE WAY THEY SHOULD. YOU GET THE FEELING THAT CMR TAKES 5 MINUTES TO CROSS THE STREET LOOKING BOTH WAYS 10 TIMES.

By: TampaGator

TampaGator — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:31:58 +0000

To further the point I made above…who won the game after all of Reid’s “look at me” great plays…not FSU!!! Teams win big games…not great players. Miami had the better team. FSU had the better player in Reid. Enjoy your stay at Free Shoes University…my friend. P.S. Does Bobby Bowden even know what universe he is in anymore? Man, the guy is just hanging around to get wins on his record. He is nearly senile.

By: TampaGator

TampaGator — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:25:39 +0000

One thing I noticed after all the great plays Reid made, and he made plenty of them, is that he ran around seeking praise for what he did after he did it. This kid is ALL about Greg Reid, not team. He fits in well with FSU and they can have him based on his “look at how great I am” attitude on the field. I would rather have Smith anyday of Reid. Smith may not yet be as dynamic as Reid, but you could tell from watching him on Saturday that he is a total team player and it is not all about “me” when he was on the field…unlike Reid. This does not mean Reid is not a great player, he is. It just means that his team might not be great because of him. Give me Smith and his attitude anyday of Reid. Richt made that decision when recruiting the two and I agree with him. I am just glad he revealed his true nature to the Gators…who are all about team in Gainesville.

By: lowndesvikings01

lowndesvikings01 — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 22:29:52 +0000

GREG REID!!!!!!
It was such a wonderful thing to see a kid who I have watched for many years do such a great job in his first game last night. Keep it up Greg. We here in Lowndes are so proud of you and are cheering for you in everything you do. Keep making us proud.

GO VIKINGS and GO NOLES!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By: 69 Dawg

69 Dawg — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 20:07:52 +0000

Coordinators and position coaches are killing Georgia. They’re making great players average and average players terrible. Coaches lead players to play up. All I see at Georgia are players playing down. O, how I wish changes could be made. Mark Richt’s loyalty is costing us so much. We’ll pay a high price for Martinez/Bobo/Fabris being family that can’t be fired. CMR needs to take action after the SC game if play isn’t raised to high level. Better to do it now than later. I AM SO TIRED OF EXCUSES AND BEING CLOSE … we’re getting beat and that’s the truth of the matter. Most of the time…we’re beating ourselves because of poor coaching and poor performance that has become acceptable.

By: C.C.

C.C. — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 19:51:38 +0000

YO IM FROM LOWNDES AND JESUS DUDE ITS AN ONLINE CHAT, NOT A LETTER TO OBAMA. YOU CAN GO TWO THE STORE TO BUY TOO DOZEN EGGS. STOP BEIN A HOMO.

COME ON DAWGS!!!!!! YEAH DOGS AINT GOT A W EITHER
ONELOVE GA

By: DawgInSC

DawgInSC — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 18:05:46 +0000

The line on Saturday’s game (at least according to Danny Sheridan) is Georgia by 8, not SC by 5 and 1/2.

By: HeadEast

HeadEast — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 18:04:07 +0000

Reid is increibly talented but an attitude problem as demonstrated at last year’s Lowndes – Grayson debacle. Everyone’s probably better off with him at Free Shoe U. Meanwhile do we have anyone else that can play QB, Cox was terrible?

By: BAMA STAN

BAMA STAN — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:55:44 +0000

12 NATIONAL TITLES – 21 SEC TITLES!!!

Both kids fantastic recruits – wish Bama had at least one of them.

Guys and Gals – this was GAME ONE – plenty to go.

Although I now think UGA will be lucky to break even this year – they have some very good young talent and seem to be in transition this year. Should be better in better position for a winning season in 2010.

For 2009 – UGA could be last years Auburn or Tennessee. Solid teams that just dissappointed – no matter reason you can think of.

At least the 2008 Tennessee team finished strong – it came together for them last 3 games in the season and would have killed UGA if they played late – as UGA was really struggling then.

I stated this last spring and early summer – UGA was a tough read and could win 10 games – or win only 6 games. Now the picture is clear – UGA will be fighting for a win in each game this year – they have definately moved back further into the pack – continueing the slide starting in 2006.

UGA’s historic place in the SEC is the 5th best team – based on head to head win loss. This year – UGA may – at best be the 6th best SEC team and may be as low as the 8th best SEC team. Each week will be gut check time for UGA and pressure will mount.

Best hopes for UGA wins are: AZ State, Vandy, TN Tech, KY
50/50 games: SC, AUB
Probable losses: ARK, LSU, TN, FL, GT

Would not be surprised if UGA lost to SC and AU as well – with each game being ugly low scoring games – except for ARK. LSU and TN and Florida – these teams will beat UGA by two touchdowns or more.

Really need to get after SC and start getting some confidence as UGA schedule is so dang tough this year. Hope UGA kills SC – and will be rooting for you.

ROLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL TIDE!!!!!!!!!

By: nuetral observer

nuetral observer — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:52:28 +0000

agree on M (grandma’s boy) Brown, could have been the #1 reciever for the Vols, but instead he rode the pine, enjoy athens Marlon, cause you aint gonna see the rock much this yr.

By: esaun

esaun — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:52:24 +0000

How long before 5 star recruits start passing on UGA because they realize the coaching staff has turned UGA into a second tier SEC school. A recruit can pick UF, UT, Bama so he can play bigtime ball; if all else fails he can go to UGA and have a chance to play against the elite teams of the SEC. Adams needs to talk to the ACC about us moving there since for the last few years UGA has looked like an ACC team stuck in the SEC. Might be more entertaining to line up against Duke and Wake.

By: Bob

Bob — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:40:58 +0000

Just by the way – RedKneckerson got his “early line” from someplace that is not Las Vegas. Georgia is a 7 point favorite over South Carolina across the board in Vegas. LVSC set it at 7.5 to start, now at 7 at Hilton, Stations, MGM, etc.

By: kauai dawg

kauai dawg — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:32:17 +0000

Both teams lost….. Smith made some major freshman mistakes. The kick offs, the punt that Prince Miller was ready to down at the one and Smith jumped and bobbled into the end zone, his runs running past blockers showing no patience….. Go DAWGS the season is looking a little concerning at this point?

By: Dawg Drool (BaseballVol13)

Dawg Drool (BaseballVol13) — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:26:25 +0000

Marsalis Teague outperformed any of the players mentioned here! Just exactly where was Marlon (Grandma’s baby boy) Brown this past Saturday???

Re: I missed the shot at Marlon Brown Reply

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he said that recruits look at former top players to see if they are sitting on the bench the whole game with no receptions or if they are the teams leading receiver.

By: murfdawg

murfdawg — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:19:33 +0000

As I posted last week, we need to recruit football players from football high schools. Not athletes from intercity schools. Athletes are great for intramural sports. Reed was the next Rennie Curran. A Football player who makes football plays.Rashad Jones and Smith do not have enough athletic skill to make football plays in the SEC.

By: LCDawg

LCDawg — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:49:56 +0000

No brainer, Reid. Smith made several special teams errors which cost us.

By: Chuck Carswell

Chuck Carswell — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:45:46 +0000

While game 1 goes to Reid, someone forgot to tell both of these kids they were supposed to be nervous in their first college game.

By: Reggie

Reggie — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:45:37 +0000

Mark Richt has taught our team to play “not to lose”, instead of “playing to win”. Branden Smith is a great athlete who need to be taught how to play to win. I hate to say this, but if branden had chose the gay-tors, it would be lights out….. UGA coaching staff, WAKE-UP! The time is know, we have the players… Teach the kids “how to win” and not “not to lose”.

By: Flo-Ri-Duh!

Flo-Ri-Duh! — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:40:00 +0000

Reid is a Deion Sanders clone – fast, smart and elusive and will be an all-american corner if he can stay out of trouble. Smith has great “potential” but is not as well coached and is a year away from being a starter.

By: Reality Check, time for a recount

Reality Check, time for a recount — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:30:54 +0000

Smith had three, not one, boneheaded plays. Two kickoffs he returned from way too deep, understandable since he is a 4.3 guy and used to having his way on the field….in High School. The third bonehead is the one that I just didn’t understand and can’t make an excuse for. Prince Miller standing on the 2 yard line waiting to catch a punt that had hit on the two and bounced straight up. Standing there for a couple of seconds, and Smith comes running down like a bird dog out of control and jumps up to down the ball, colliding with Miller, and causing the ball to bounce into the endzone for the touchback. That’s not a freshman mistake, that’s just a dumb mistake. His exuberance is fine, he will be a good player for us, I am sure, but he has to use his head up here in the SEC. Saying that, the first runback from 8 yards deep was most certainly his fault. The second was most certainly the fault of Jon Fabris, who should’ve made it his mission to make sure Smith knew why he had done wrong and that he wouldn’t do it again. Starting to wish Fabris had taken the OK. job years ago.