What do you want to know as Georgia Bulldogs open camp today?
Athens — Georgia is holding its annual preseason “Media Day” later today. After lunch in the new multipurpose facility at Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall, we’ll get a 30-minute, question-and-answer session with head coach Mark Richt followed by a session with selected players.
Actually, us media types don’t get to select the players. We don’t know just yet which players will be made available to us. But we do know none of them will be true freshmen. They’re off limits for interviews until August 11th.
You can expect the usual team leaders to be in attendance. Just guessing here but I suspect guys like quarterback Aaron Murray, linebacker Christian Robinson, center Ben Jones, defensive back Brandon Boykin, wide receiver Tavarres King, tight end Orson Charles and tackle Cordy Glenn will be there. Doubtful big John Jenkins will be available but it’d be nice if he was.
Anyway, I need your help. I’m looking for some feedback. There are a lot of obvious storylines heading into the 2011 season and we’ll definitely get to all of those. But I’d like to hear what are some of the other subjects you’d like me to cover. Is there a particular player you’d like learn more about or a specific question you’d like me to ask Richt or a certain player or one of the assistants? Is there something you’ve always been curious about but was never sure who to ask? What would you ask if you were in attendance?
Well, now’s your chance. Let me know and, if it’s a reasonable request, I’ll try my best to get an answer for you.
After today’s media session, Georgia will conduct it’s first of 29 preseason practices. It’s supposed to start around 4:30 p.m. Last time I checked the heat index is supposed to be around 107 degrees then. So I know one of my questions is going to be what kind of special precautions are they making for the extreme heat.
But that’s just me. What would you ask?
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Cali Dawg
August 4th, 2011
8:23 am
Agree with Bad Brad- the number of posts is pretty disappointing. The AJC got a lot of flack from national writers for not uncovering the GT NCAA penalty until the day of the announcement. It us starting to look like that performance is not an exception. Let’s hope this changes.
ToccoaDawg
August 4th, 2011
8:29 am
Ask CMR what he thinks about reporters that have nothing more to write about other than a player peeing on the sidewalk.
ToccoaDawg
August 4th, 2011
8:31 am
Ask Coach Robinson if he thinks they will let the dawgs off the lease this season
ToccoaDawg
August 4th, 2011
8:32 am
that should say ask Robinson
DawginLex
August 4th, 2011
8:38 am
1.) Will any players be considered for a move to the OL?
2.) When will the decision be made to redshirt one of the QB’s?
3.) When was Long’s mono 1st diagnosed and how long realistically before he can play again?
4.) All indications from the size of our 1st team line, RB’s and FB’s that we might put more emphasis on power running game. Comments?
5.) Related to Question #4-Coach Friend apparently teaches drive blocking as opposed to what Searles taught. Does that provide any insight on Question #4?
That should cover it.
Paul bunion
August 4th, 2011
8:39 am
Why don’t you ask him if any other players pee outside. Then you can have more to write about!
Nothing Could Be Finer
August 4th, 2011
8:39 am
Connor Shaw had a nice practice last night as well. Many believe that he will get more PT regardless of how Garcia plays. Plus, its always reassuring to have a more than capable back-up at any position. Depth is key.
chris
August 4th, 2011
8:40 am
How is Marlon Brown progressing as a player and what do the coaches see his role being in the offense this year? I am confident in Tavarres King and Orson Charles and I know there has been a lot of talk about Malcolm Mitchell. However, Marlon has been in the system for three years now and would like to see him step in and help fill some of the stats that A.J. Green put up.
Lowcountry Bulldawg
August 4th, 2011
8:40 am
Chip,
Ask CMR, “Since this is Aaron Murray’s third year in your system, second as a starter, do you envision him throwing the ball more now with the attrition at running back?”
James T. Kirk
August 4th, 2011
8:41 am
I want to know what will be the puppies excuse again this year after Georgia Tech rolls up 700 yards of total offense against them and wins 58-0?
ToccoaDawg
August 4th, 2011
8:43 am
ASK CMR how Mason is coming alone.
Nothing Could Be Finer
August 4th, 2011
8:47 am
One problem Jadeveon Clowney had last night was that he played too fast.
Spurrier said he needs to slow down a little during practices.
JDawg1785
August 4th, 2011
8:48 am
I’d like to know more about the situation at Nose. Is CTG planning on starting Big John over Kwame (or vice versa) for depth’s sake or can we expect to see one of them playing here and there at end to get them both on the field?
Thanks, Chip! Go Dawgs!!
Seriously
August 4th, 2011
8:49 am
Chip, have you really become such a lazy reporter that you need us to ask your questions for you?
Mtn Dawg
August 4th, 2011
8:50 am
My question is, will CMR do some play calling, or better yet, most of the play calling? Will be take charge at critical moments in the game.
D-MAN
August 4th, 2011
8:52 am
Having such a low number of scholarship players,should’t there be alot less redshirting,due to Richt maybe feeling a little pressure to turn
it around this year!
bubba4dawgs
August 4th, 2011
8:53 am
Who is going to be put on Clowney to take some of the smoke out of him? Does he wear a big “S” on his jersey? The reports suggest that he is lethal! GO DAWGS!
Honky Talkin'
August 4th, 2011
8:54 am
After the Dawgs go 0-2 to start the season, will Mark Richt be fired before or after the season is over?
Say What??
August 4th, 2011
8:58 am
James T., although he did not say it in his blog, I believe Chip wanted questions asked in this, the real world, rather than the delusional world that you live in. How about beating us more than once in a decade before you start asking questions like that, huh?
As far as questions for CMR, I liked the one that topdog70 asked about the no-huddle. I seem to remember that UGA actually got penalized in his first season for being too quick using the no-huddle. I had never seen that before. Now that so many teams are using it, why not bring it back?
bubba4dawgs
August 4th, 2011
8:59 am
Hey, “Seriously” above;;;;why don’t you get seriously? Chip is doing a great job. He’s giving you a chance to voice an opinion without being so negative. Perhaps you just can’t think of anything else to say! Thank you, Chip, for this opportunity! The fans do want to know these things!! Somehow, we get the Nerds on here too who don’t even have a team!
Nothing Could Be Finer
August 4th, 2011
8:59 am
Not sure who will be put on Clowney. He’ll probly be moved around because SC already has to starting DE’s. But, whoever does guard him, they better be quick on their feet!
Patrick Whaley
August 4th, 2011
9:00 am
Will the lack of depth at offensive line,running back,linebacker limit full contact practices?
pcidoc
August 4th, 2011
9:01 am
Chip, please ask if UGA will use the song ” Who let the dogs out” during games. IMHO, it would really get the crowd into it and be an intimidation factor for the visiting team. We need this to get Sanford rocking!
Vince Dooley
August 4th, 2011
9:03 am
Will Mark Richt have any control over his players this year? They don’t seem to respect his authority.
DougsMugs
August 4th, 2011
9:06 am
Ask him if he ever thought about loading all his plays into an computer or iphone app and having it offer Coach Bobo a random play that he can go with or veto? The app could be loaded up to take in some game and opponent information to favor toss out potential picks.
DawginLex
August 4th, 2011
9:07 am
We have 5 better than clowney. Ray Drew will end up being a much better player than clowney too.
Clowney needs to worry about a 340 LB tackle, a 325 LB guard and a 270 LB fullback heading toward him on a toss sweep with a 240 LB running back carrying the ball.
GeezusDawg
August 4th, 2011
9:07 am
McGarity:
Status of in-door practice facility?
VADAWG
August 4th, 2011
9:12 am
Do you think the UGA coaching staff will be more attentive to recruitung quality as well as quanity OF linemen in the future?
Vince Dooley
August 4th, 2011
9:12 am
Yes, I’m really that stupid. I’m also 12 years old. Can’t wait for school to start. I’m really bored.
mario jordan
August 4th, 2011
9:13 am
How is T. J. Striplings development
@jerry
August 4th, 2011
9:16 am
Those odds are probably about right. Look for the Dogs to win 10-11 this year, and make a run for the NC in 2012.
sogadog
August 4th, 2011
9:19 am
How will the sudden lack of depth at running back and offensive line affect the play calling?
How will the sudden lack of depth at linebacker affect the play calling?
SSIgator
August 4th, 2011
9:22 am
How long does da Preacha Man and his Straw Dawg coaching staff plan on fleecing the UGA fan base?
Reed
August 4th, 2011
9:22 am
Are we yet back to a position where we can win with stout, hard-nosed defense and a run-the-ball first mentality on offense? I refer to our best year under CMR, 2002, when we were 13-1, finished #2 or 3 in the nation, had Greene playing smart, Musa running the ball and a BVG defense that brought the hammer.
security dawg
August 4th, 2011
9:27 am
Enter your comments here
Chuck
August 4th, 2011
9:29 am
How’s Bruce Figgins been at Fullback? He gets lost in all the preseason hype around Crowell and Joe T’s strength and conditioning…
Uuugghh
August 4th, 2011
9:30 am
I have several questions.
To all available players:
Can you describe the Code Red that was given to Isreal Troupe for a. getting in trouble for something stupid and b. missing the court date?
To the Offense:
Is it disheartening when your coaches give up on a series? For example when Bobo calls that 3rd and a mile draw play that he has called 150 times in the last 2 seasons and hasn’t fooled the defense yet and you know he has given up on the series; how does that make you feel?
To everyone:
How ugly are the Nike Pro Combat Uniforms going to be on opening day? If Penn State, Alabama, and Ohio State never have to change their uniforms to get their players to play hard…why does UGA have to use this sad ploy?
Thanks!
Mobile Dawg
August 4th, 2011
9:30 am
How long before mosquitos like SSIgator are swatted being the pests that they are?
JT DAWG
August 4th, 2011
9:31 am
Can the players tell a physical difference in their bodies and endurance?
Nothing Could Be Finer
August 4th, 2011
9:32 am
The thing with Clowney is that he’ll always be fresh becuase there are currently two starters ahead of him.
That 340 lb tackle and 325 lb guard will be forced to play almost every down due to depth issues. Those dogs are gonna get tired. Not good when a fresh Clowney comes in on 3rd down. Murray best be on his toes.
security dawg
August 4th, 2011
9:32 am
now my real question… Why in this age of 3yrs and gone (a-lay) AJ Green, M. Stafford, Knowshaun, etc etc/ why are we not placing all our skilled players in the mix and letting them grow up fast as opposed to the RED-SHIRT/ we really need to think of red shirting as to kids that come in w/out SEC skills and not to TALENT….just my 2 cents////if DREW, MITCHELL, or CROWELL best option (bump them to starters and go)
Drago
August 4th, 2011
9:33 am
How has Ogletree adapted to LB? He has never played LB in his life
Tim
August 4th, 2011
9:34 am
Who wins the battle in scrimmage when FB Zander Ogletree runs into his brother, LB Alec Ogletree? I’m sure there is some brotherly love going on there.
Vince Dooley
August 4th, 2011
9:36 am
I just wish we could be one-big-happy-family and have a circle jerk.
THE Dixie Redcoat Band
August 4th, 2011
9:36 am
Can we just beat UF this year!
Bdawg
August 4th, 2011
9:36 am
“cmr, will you play to win this year, or will you play conservative”?
JT DAWG
August 4th, 2011
9:38 am
Ask the seniors when was the last time we had any true leadership from the Seniors. I think we have a great group of leaders on this years team. Go Dawgs!
ATLnative
August 4th, 2011
9:39 am
Are all the players/coaches going to watch the Herschel Walker bio in Sept. on ESPNU? It should be required viewing!
JT DAWG
August 4th, 2011
9:40 am
Ask Richt if McGarity has been a better help than our last AD. He won’t answer it, but try to pry it out of him.
Full disclosure
August 4th, 2011
9:41 am
LSU played with 83 scholarships last year, knowing they were about to be investigated by the NCAA and looking to stave off future penalties (which worked). Is that what is going on here?