Notebook: Malcolm Mitchell eager to learn what role he’ll play
GEORGIA FOOTBALL NOTEBOOK
ATHENS – Malcolm Mitchell said he has no idea what he’s going to do on Saturday or how much of it.
“Maybe they’ll let me know at 3:29 on Saturday,” joked Mitchell, referring to No. 5 Georgia’s 3:30 p.m. kickoff against Tennessee at Sanford Stadium.
As of Wednesday, Mitchell was listed as the starter at boundary cornerback, where he has played the last three games and practiced on Wednesday. But Mitchell spent the whole day Tuesday — meetings and practice time — with Georgia’s wide receiver corps.
“I don’t know. I don’t have a clue, honestly,” said Mitchell, who has played a handful of snaps at wide receiver the past two games. “It was defense [Wednesday]. But you just never know what the game plan is or what they’re scheming up until game day or the day before. So right now I’m just playing it out to see what happens.”
Adding to the mystery is the return of Georgia’s last two suspended starters on defense. Linebacker Alec Ogletree and free safety Bacarri Rambo are both expected back from four-game suspensions. That means Sanders Commings, who has filled in at free safety the past two weeks, is clear to return to boundary corner, where he started 13 of the Bulldogs’ 14 games last season.
But Georgia coach Mark Richt, as he has been from the beginning, remained vague about whom might play what.
“I don’t want to tell everybody what we’re going to do,” Richt said Wednesday. “But both those guys will play.”
Mitchell was one of Georgia’s most explosive receivers as a freshman last season with 665 yards and 4 touchdowns in just 11 games. In fact, he had a game-high 126 yards on three catches against the Vols last year. But rolling him back into the wideout rotation is a delicate matter as the Bulldogs have played well there and have demonstrated a strong rapport with quarterback Aaron Murray.
“We have to be sure we stay in synch,” offensive coordinator Mike Bobo said.
Meanwhile, the Vols are bringing to Sanford Stadium the SEC’s most prolific passing game. Led by 6-foot-6 quarterback Tyler Bray and tall and speedy wide receivers Justin Hunter and Codarrelle Patterson, Tennessee is averaging 38.2 points a game and has passed for more than 1,300 yards passing with 12 touchdowns.
“We’re going to have to disrupt routes, play man coverage some, do some different things to mix it up because we don’t want to be predictable,” Richt said. “You have to decide how to play it because certain teams may play super deep and allow underneath stuff and go tackle while others may pressure more up front.”
Bobo has said the amount of offense Mitchell plays will be determined by how well he picks up the offense again. Mitchell insists that won’t be a problem.
“It’s a lot but it hasn’t gone anywhere,” Mitchell said of his knowledge of the offensive playbook. “I was doing it every day for a year, so it’s still in my head. I was surprised myself by how much I could contain in my head.”
Abry Jones looks like a go
Defensive end Abry Jones, who missed the first two practices this week with a sprained ankle, returned Wednesday and appeared to work out without limitations. The senior from Warner Robins has started 18 games in a row and 24 overall.
Jones had to be helped off the field against Vanderbilt with three minutes remaining in the third quarter.
“It’s good,” Richt said of Jones’ quick turnaround. “Abry has been a very steady, reliable, consistent performer and he’s gotten consistently better as well. He’s a leader for us and has been named a captain on more than one occasion. He certainly helped us in the offseason as much as anybody.”
Tightening up special teams
Georgia is looking to tighten up its play on special teams.
- The Bulldogs have failed on two extra points — on miss and one botched snap — and place-kicker Marshall Morgan has had three others deflect through off the uprights.
- Georgia is last in the SEC in net punting at 33.3 yards.
- And the Dogs have struggled to field punt returns, though they’ve been relatively good at returning them once they catch them.
Richt is looking for improvement in all areas, particularly with point-after kicks.
“You would think we could get it a little closer to the center post,” Richt said. “I’m smiling now but it could cost us. I’m trying to be patient. It’s not a good thing to have that much drama on extra points.”
Morgan said he’s been working hard to correct it this week and believes he has.
“I need to fix it,” said Morgan, who has had three makes off the left upright.We’ve worked on it a lot this week and I’ve had two perfect days. We’ve looked solid.”
As for punt returns, Mitchell remains the Bulldogs’ primary returner, but Richt said considering giving the job to Rhett McGowan if fielding issues don’t improve.
“Overall we’ve had too many bad decisions and bad communication,” he said. “It may end up being Rhett if he communicates the best and secures the ball the best and fields the ball the best. We’re trying to find an answer there.”
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Jay
September 26th, 2012
9:35 pm
First
jrmdvm1
September 26th, 2012
9:36 pm
Nice to see the “little things” being addressed so we can get better.
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SM9
September 26th, 2012
10:06 pm
Thanks Chip! You the man
Hank Hill
September 26th, 2012
10:21 pm
Thanks for the updates.
Go Dawgs!
Chipperdawg
September 26th, 2012
10:22 pm
There’s a surprise… our weakness is special teams! I love Coach Richt and what he’s brought back to our football team, but, man, it just seems like every year we’re lacking in this area. At least the coverage teams have looked a little better. I’m “old school” though and was always tought there are THREE phases to the game that determine the outcome. Offense, defense AND special teams- they’re ALL important!!
Team overall is certainly looking good, though. I’ve just today gotten my voice back fully from hollering at the Vandy game Sat. Closest thing to a complete game since last year’s Auburn butt kicking. Keep it up boys!! Goooooo Dawgs!! GATA!!!!
Frank Lane
September 26th, 2012
10:29 pm
Very interesting span of talent. We should be fine Saturday, particularly if the defense give Bray no time. Jarvis Time.
Huh?
September 26th, 2012
10:42 pm
Frank…TN is not great at run-blocking, but they are quite good at pass protection. Trust me, I’m sure that UGA will be able to get some pressure on Bray. I’m also equally sure that Bray is still going to get his yards, and that Hunter and Patterson will get their catches. I wouldn’t expect Jones to be in the backfield all game long…TN is no Missouri or Vandy.
flo-ri-duh
September 26th, 2012
11:19 pm
Run the ball and control the clock …… patience is key.
Lonnie
September 26th, 2012
11:28 pm
Huh according to you we should be 2-2 with! Jarvis will be a beast in this game whether making the sack or causing the very good and disciplined Vols to double and allow Jordan or Alec to make the sack!!!!!!! The lack of running game allows either Alec or Christian to rush more !
Ogeechee Dawg
September 27th, 2012
12:16 am
Defense is key Saturday. We need a better rush up the middle. Jenkins and Kwame bottle up the middle but I rarely see them in the backfield. Vanderbilt was an exception a couple of times.
Outer Banks Dawg
September 27th, 2012
12:40 am
By my count, that makes six very dangerous wide receivers on the UGA squad with big play capabilities. I hope we spread it out and slip a tight end right down the middle just once this game… I just love to see a big Georgia TE get 20 yds over the middle. This is a special team! So many weapons it’s hard to find space to play them all. That’s what the coaches are saying. Finally we are getting deep like bama and LSU and how Florida always was.
Go Dawgs! GATA
ZinoDawg
September 27th, 2012
6:25 am
Glad to have Tree and Rambo back! It’s hammer time!
GATA!
CHDawg
September 27th, 2012
6:47 am
Our position players are very strong, as strong as I can remember. The key is the line. If they protect Murray, and we don’t have turnovers, UGA is probably going to score a whole lot of points. Our D will be interesting to watch. Will they pick up where they left off, or will they need some tuning? I suspect they will be strong. TN has a very explosive team, and pass D is the one question mark for our D, so this could be a very tough game. My keys are turnovers, our O line, and whether we can pressure Bray. Go Dawgs!
Joe
September 27th, 2012
7:01 am
It’s big to have Abry Jones ready to play. He’s a solid contributor and we need all hands on deck against the Tenn. offense.
bubba4dawgs
September 27th, 2012
7:50 am
Bartleby, you’re smokin again! You need to get you some better weed making statements like that! Don’t go inciting them DAWGS! They’ll bit you fo sho! Remember what Mizzou said about Old Man football! The DAWGS are hongry and they’re gonna get their due! They’re tired of all the negative comments and it’s way past feedin time! They all have hobnail boots for this game, so get ready for some plastic surgery after they finish. It’s celebration homecoming for Tree and Rambo! So, get ready to watch the party! GO DAWGS!!
Yellow Cock
September 27th, 2012
7:59 am
SC 42
Dogs 9
MA English 75
September 27th, 2012
8:23 am
Law and Order, why are you so negative about our players? Why don’t you look at the majority rather than the small minority of the players who get into trouble? Did you get through YOUR college years without doing anything stupid? You may not have ever been arrested, but have you ever “gotten away” with anything for which you could have gotten into trouble?
Neutral
September 27th, 2012
8:28 am
@law and order
The answer is “no”, but I’m certain representatives from Allstate will be there since UGa players are number ONE in the nation in recipients of the Allstate Community Service Awards. Also, CMR has coached more winners of this prestigious award than any other coach in history. How about your coach and team?
Neutral
September 27th, 2012
8:30 am
@MA English 75
I don’t think that dude went to college!!!!
@Yellow Cock
September 27th, 2012
8:30 am
idiot
Dawgmess
September 27th, 2012
8:31 am
Pretty intelligent comments until Bartleby and Law & Order woke up.
SEC Football
September 27th, 2012
8:35 am
Chip, thanks for giving us fresh articles on a daily basis. Some articles in other areas stay up for a week.
dawgfan
September 27th, 2012
9:01 am
This Malcom Mitchell business sounds like complete hogwash to me. Good grief just figure it out already. You can’t tell me that this guy going the entire week without knowing how and where he’s going to play won’t effect his performance. The coaches are mishandling this situation. He is an uber-talented player and he’s going to go to waste if they don’t get their damn act together and figure out how to use him quick.
Thanks.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
9:03 am
Jarvis! Good story on espn.com:
http://espn.go.com/college-football/
Bazooka Joe
September 27th, 2012
9:10 am
dawgfan, trust me he already knows, but is not saying…
dawgfan
September 27th, 2012
9:17 am
Fair point. I hope you’re right.
Great story on Jarvis. I’m not sure I knew that about him. Now I know why he calmy trots back to the huddle or sideline after making a great play. He is truly on another level in more ways than just his playing ability.
AltamahaDawg
September 27th, 2012
9:20 am
Seriously dawgfan, you think he doesn’t know where he was lining up in practice all week?
I know you scour the blogs looking for a way to turn something into a “dumb coaches” opportunity, but come on man. Taking this one a tad ridiculous aren’t you?
Joey
September 27th, 2012
9:20 am
I love Grantham, but I hope he has paid a little attention to the Falcon’s Nolan. He is confusing the hell out of opposing QBs.
I mean, if you can make Manning and Rivers look that bad, you are doing something right.
AltamahaDawg
September 27th, 2012
9:24 am
I don’t think if a panel of all star coaches from all over the nation spend 3 yrs to figure it out, They could have used Malcome Mitchell any better than he had been so far, to benefit this football team.
Hows that for hyperbole?
Blue Ridge Dawg
September 27th, 2012
9:29 am
@ dawgfan- – Joe is correct. Malcom knows EXACTLY what is going on. Relax… Media and fans dont need to know. GO DAWGS!!
UGA Insider
September 27th, 2012
9:29 am
Tried telling you guys this summer ST was a MAJOR issue. I hope it doesn’t cost us. At this point what you see is the best we have there.
UGA 34
Tenn 14
ARdawg
September 27th, 2012
9:33 am
I see it as Mitchell is a playmaker, get the ball in his hands. That generally means offense and ST
CHDawg
September 27th, 2012
9:57 am
That was a great story on Jones. Sounds like a fine young man who has already overcome a lot of adversity! One interesting thing about team sports–great players lift the performance of others in addition to making their own contributions. Jones is that kind of leader to the D, but I would say Tree is also that kind of leader, and maybe more. He has done well on the field, but he has yet to really command a lot of media coverage. I notice how many comments he gets from his fellow players. I think our whole D played much stronger after he returned in ‘11, and Jones got most of his sacks last year after Ogeltree returned. It could have been that he was just getting better, but I think Ogeltree presents problems for opposing OCs, that help JJ make more great plays. It will be interesting to see how they both do now that JJ is commanding so much attention.
shankit
September 27th, 2012
10:00 am
The East has risen again.
Show Me Your TDs
September 27th, 2012
10:06 am
Insider…dont go spewing off how you’re always telling us everything beforehand. Sometimes you have good points..and sometimes you miss wide right!! Keep it between the poles.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
10:17 am
And the award for the best posting name goes to . . . .
“Show Me Your TDs”
It’s the best one on here. I get a laugh everytime I see it.
RxDawg
September 27th, 2012
10:19 am
“I was surprised myself by how much I could contain in my head.”
That’s what she said. Oh!
ugab
September 27th, 2012
10:24 am
The offense is doing great right now. I do not want to see Bobo tryn to get Mitchell in the mix and srew up our offensive rhythm. I did like the trick play with Mitchell against Vandy. Tennesse is going to be a test. Our d is good but not great. Alabama’s is great. Bray is going to throw the ball all game.
RiffRaff
September 27th, 2012
10:27 am
Mitchell, with all his talent, should maybe not take a punt inside his five yard line. He’s doing alot on offense and defense. Give the job to Rhett McGowan, he looked out there.
And @Yellow Cock – see a doctor about that, will ya??
JB
September 27th, 2012
10:30 am
Call me crazy but I think the success you are seeing with the offense this year is that Murray has been green lighted to check out of a Bobo called play based on what he see’s with HIS experience at the moment vs some dumb chart Bobo uses based on Down and distance and field position vs what the opposing D is actually showing BEFORE the snap. Yep, call me crazy.
UGA Insider
September 27th, 2012
10:30 am
Show me your TD’s
Sorry but I called the ST issues in July.
Ask any regulars on here.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
10:33 am
UGA Insider, didn’t you predict a close game somewhere on here yesterday?
JB
September 27th, 2012
10:37 am
Oh, having an OL actually open some holes and a stud back or two plowing for big yards helps also. We have to be a nightmare to defend. You can’t load up and stop one thing….or double one wideout. Lot’s of weapons on this team
MarineDevilDawg!
September 27th, 2012
10:41 am
Do you guys really think Mitchell is really confused??????? He knows were he will play, this is all just a move to throw off Tenn. Rambo and Tree will be back thus freeing up Commings to play were he belongs and move Mitchell back to were he belongs. I mean come on its common sense if you follow this CTG defense. I like what there doing, it may not make since to some of you but it is really making this team competitive. In todays ball you need any advantage you can get.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
10:42 am
Weapons galore, JB.
I think the big difference this year is Murray protecting the ball – and I think Richt/Bobo are attacking, at least so far this season.
Murray is showing off that arm when he has the time to get it off.
If he finishes the season in the form he is in so far, I don’t think he will be back next season.
JB
September 27th, 2012
10:45 am
I hope Murray comes back. The D next year will be a mystery and a work in progress….and if Murray returns, Dawgs will have one of best offenses in D1 ball, bar none
JB
September 27th, 2012
10:46 am
Joey, that may be Murray attacking. He’s allowed to check out of the called in play, and the calls just don’t look like a Bobo called game to me.
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
10:50 am
Special Teams will be fine…
JB
September 27th, 2012
10:56 am
Tenn DC, formally LB coach at Bama, say’s Gurley reminds him of Trent Richardson. And Gurley is a true freshman who hasn’t even found the UGA weight room yet.
AltamahaDawg
September 27th, 2012
10:57 am
INsider You said the punt coverage team was the issue. Specificaly because you said the missing scholarship players at the bottom end would be the problem. Don’t be pretending you ever worried about a couple of extra point clunking the uprights. Or that our highly rated and scholarshiped punt returner would muff a couple early.
IF you are going to claim mentioning “special teams” as a generic term counts despite the specifics of what you said not even being close, then sure, spot on.
BTW, everybody knew that freshman kickers and needing to get some better players on the field team was going to be a concern? So we are all insiders.
And besides that, WHY do you feel the need to demand attention for yourself THREE times now on this? You echoed a concern, (that the entire internet was buzzing about all summer). Get over yourself.
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
11:24 am
I can’t wait for next weeks blog about the unknown Malcolm Mitchell saga. Richt’s indecisiveness is going to ruin that kids career.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
11:25 am
That very well could be it, JB. Richt’s best seasons were when he had a QB who audibled a lot. I remember a reporter asking Richt after a game in ‘02, about how many times Greene changed the play at the line, and Richt said, “as long as he makes the right call, he can change it all he wants.”
I can’t remember if Shockley audibled much, but Stafford did – all the time, with a lot of success.
FanofDawgs
September 27th, 2012
11:26 am
Am i the only one who has noticed McGowan? Give the guy a shot at returning punts. He has done great!
AltamahaDawg
September 27th, 2012
11:30 am
what indecisiveness?
If ever there was a Georgia player who the staff was deliberate in how to use him best, and DID exactly that, It would be Malcolm Mitchell.
Brainiac (CMR/UGA Fan For Life/J.Jones for Heisman))
September 27th, 2012
11:33 am
Law and Order not only didn’t attend college, he has only 4 days of actually attending ANY SCHOOL!!!!
Those 4 days were in a single year and were the result of Law and Order’s sister having to miss school because she was out on maternity leave and since her school lunch was already paid for Law and Order rode the school bus and ate her school lunch.
Mark (another one)
September 27th, 2012
11:33 am
Once the coaches are comfortable with the QB’s ability to get them into the right play based on his reads, they give them that option. It only makes sense. Murray has shown this ability and thus has the control.
One issue with young QBs is they misread the defense and get fooled. But having the play called from the coaches without a chance to adjust for the reads means the team is often playing into the teeth of the defense. My hope is that our backups are getting their mental reps watching Murray run the offense. Their times will come and its important they mature as well.
As for Mitchell, he’s playing a game. There may not be a script but he knows what he’s practicing. Adjustments will be made for injury and situation but he’s too valuable to sit. No matter how dumb you believe Richt and company are as coaches, that isn’t going to happen. This is all about playing games with Tenn. as they prepare.
zulucanibal
September 27th, 2012
11:35 am
Malcolm will round out what is the best WR corps in all of college football!!!
AltamahaDawg
September 27th, 2012
11:35 am
Joey, Stafford did his second year. As a freshman, his only audible was……….uhh crap, sprint draw!
yo_vanilla_ice
September 27th, 2012
11:35 am
the staff probably mentors aaron murray what plays to audible when…any success or failure on that front is shared.
Brainiac (CMR/UGA Fan For Life/J.Jones for Heisman))
September 27th, 2012
11:36 am
@ GTBob:
Mitchell requested that he be allowed to play BOTH ways. It was pretty well covered in detail several times!!!!!!!!!!!
Joey
September 27th, 2012
11:36 am
“Richt’s indecisiveness is going to ruin that kids career.”
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Either that or leave NFL GMs salavatating over a kid with talent and experience to play either (or both) sides of the ball.
By the way, GTBob, who “ruined your career?”
You are one sour guy . . .
P_The_Ricker
September 27th, 2012
11:36 am
The next progression in Murray’s development I’m looking for is passing to a secondary wr downfield. Granted, pass protection is key for such, but there’s been many times where’s he’s gotten happy feet and either thrown a “hot” pass to the rb or tucked it and ran.
When he makes that next progression, the nfl scouts will really take a liking to him…height disadvantage and all.
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
11:41 am
Either that or leave NFL GMs salavatating over a kid with talent and experience to play either (or both) sides of the ball.
Yeah, im sure there are a lot of NFL players who play offense and defense and have no idea what position they are playing in the upcoming weekend. Care to name some?
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
11:42 am
The next progression in Murray’s development I’m looking for is passing to a secondary wr downfield.
The next progression in his development should be to beat a ranked team for once.
Sackman SlammerTime
September 27th, 2012
11:46 am
Cant wait to see the Orange come to Athens Saturday for a humiliating defeat. Dawgs are just getting revved up. Listened to Dooley Jr last night on radio call in. Talks huge about UGA scary talent and alot of respect for UGA. Sounded like a classy guy anyway. Dooley and his team know they’ve called down the thunder. GO DAWGS!
Joey
September 27th, 2012
11:47 am
True – didn’t Stafford have like a 40 yard TD run as a freshman? I remember he was kinda chubby, and it took a while . . .
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
11:48 am
The world according to Bob…
Nothing UGA does is good enough for his high expetations, lol. That’s why he pulls for GT…
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
11:49 am
Expectations…
Joey
September 27th, 2012
11:53 am
“The next progression in his development should be to beat a ranked team for once.”
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Exactly right. That’s why Eli Manning got drafted – cause of all those wins vs ranked teams while at Ole Miss.
The NFL wants talent – not college wins – else David Greene would still be in the NFL
You are a doofus, GTBob, blinded by hatred of all things UGA.
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
11:53 am
Nothing UGA does is good enough for his high expetations, lol. That’s why he pulls for GT…
If you have one of the most talented teams in the country every year and you play a relatively weak schedule then you should do better then UGA has done. UGA is pretty much the same as Boise St except Boise St usually wins their few big games.
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
11:54 am
Bob will never acknowledge a UGA accomplishment until the Dawgs win the Superbowl and we all know that will never happen.(well, most of us.)…
Joey
September 27th, 2012
11:56 am
“Care to name some?”
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Um, can’t, GTDoofus.
T h a t’ s w h y t h e y w o u l d b e s a l a v a t i n g.
Was that slow enough for you?
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
11:57 am
The NFL wants talent – not college wins – else David Greene would still be in the NFL
Sorry but Aaron Murray is not talented enough nor does he have the intangibles to play in the NFL. He will end up being a decent college QB but not everyone was born to play at the next level.
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
11:59 am
Bob
I heard Tech might actually beat Middle Tenn. St. this weekend! Might be your last win this year. Why don’t you use your immense knowledge of football to help the numbπuts on the tech blog???
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
12:02 pm
Bob is so popular on a Dawgblog. He is an attention-hound…
St. Simon's Daddy
September 27th, 2012
12:03 pm
GTBob,
The only thing you need to be concerned about is the last 10 of 11. UGA owns Tech and always will. Tech is 3rd rate team with a weaker schedule and nothing to show for it. Do not bring the academic card in either. The Tech blog covered that the other day on all the players at UGA over the last 10 years that could have went to UGA. Go back in your room and play with your toys.
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
12:04 pm
T h a t’ s w h y t h e y w o u l d b e s a l a v a t i n g.
Sorry, but there is a reason those players don’t exist in the NFL. Mitchell needs to figure out a position quick and convince Richt to let him play there.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
12:10 pm
“He is an attention-hound…”
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…and NFL talent scout, kingdaddy.
Read his assessment of Aaron Murray at 11:57. This is the same Murray that the Manning Bros (and Archie) gushed about at their QB Camp. The same Murray that was MVP at the Elite 11 Camp, which included USC QB Barkley, Mett, and Texas’ Gilbert.
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
12:10 pm
Might be your last win this year.
Nah. We will beat Duke.
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
12:12 pm
Bob
I doubt it…
Do your homework
September 27th, 2012
12:13 pm
According to Rambo’s twitter account, it looks like he expects to miss one more week.
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
12:15 pm
Bob
Who was the last GT QB, better than Murray???
jj
September 27th, 2012
12:16 pm
I don’t think we’d miss Mitchell at all on offense. I know everyone is looking for the next Champ Bailey, but our receiving corp is much deeper than during Champ’s days. Bailey HAD to play on offense.
Ga Dawg81
September 27th, 2012
12:21 pm
The last two way players at UGA have done fairly well GTBOB. Champ Bailey is one of the greatest dbs to ever play and Boykin is playing with the Eagles this year. Mitchell has the talent to go to the next level. Perhaps you should clean up your own backyard with GT’s defensive woes and not worry about ours?
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
12:25 pm
It’s not like we need Mitchell on offense. I mean we seem to be doing pretty good with him in the secondary on D. I wouldn’t fix it if it ain’t broke. NFL loves great DBs. Leave him there and play Justin Scott-Wesley more. Plus throw to Jay Rome more out of two TE sets…
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
12:28 pm
I guess Bob didn’t want to answer my12:15…
Flat Tire on I-95 in Jacksonville
September 27th, 2012
12:28 pm
GT Bob
Please dont say Tevin is an NFL QB
beanster
September 27th, 2012
12:30 pm
Mitchell is the most explosive receiver we have. Put in #26 in a 4 WR set with Marlon, T King, and Bennett and pick your poison.
UT has given up a bunch of big plays. Once the run is established, UGA is all big play. Let them line up in man coverage against Mitchell and see what happens.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
12:32 pm
GTBob’s mom just backhanded him, and made him go mow the yard . . .
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
12:39 pm
Who was the last GT QB, better than Murray???
We may not have ever had one better than Murray. That doesn’t really change my statement about his NFL chances though.
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
12:40 pm
Please dont say Tevin is an NFL QB
Why would I say that? Im not sure Tevin is a college QB.
PlanetKolobMagicUnderpantsWillard
September 27th, 2012
12:42 pm
UT 53 GA 47
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
12:46 pm
Bob
John Kimball—1893*** Transfered from UGA to help defeat UGA in the first ever meeting between UGA/GT???
Maybe Froggie Morrison—QBed the 222-0 game in 1916???
just trying to help ya Bob…
UGA Insider
September 27th, 2012
12:46 pm
Altamaha Dawg,
Jealously is a sin.
Flat Tire on I-95 in Jacksonville
September 27th, 2012
12:48 pm
GT Bob
We agree on something
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
12:53 pm
It’s alright Bob, I’m just yanking your chain. You and I both know Murray will play on Sundays. You just like to throw cheese and like a hungry pack of rats, we always answer the bell. This experiment is over…
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
12:53 pm
just trying to help ya Bob…
Im not sure any QB’s from before 1950 are better than any QB’s playing today. Its not exactly an even comparison.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
12:54 pm
UGA Insider, yesterday you predicted a close game with UT, because I answered that I would take extra Pepcid.
Today you say it will be a blowout.
Which is it?
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
12:54 pm
You and I both know Murray will play on Sundays.
No, I am being honest when I say I don’t think Murray will ever be an NFL QB. He might get drafted and be a third stringer for a few years but that is probably the best he can hope for.
Fair n Balanced
September 27th, 2012
12:57 pm
Chip, let the coaches do their job and don’t mess with the boys to encourage disention. I know you want a story but don’t mess us up!
beanster
September 27th, 2012
12:58 pm
Really going out on a limb there about Murray….let me guess, he’s too short?
….YAWWWNNNN…….
Fair n Balanced
September 27th, 2012
1:00 pm
Murray may have a short NFL career but he seems like he would make a great coach and a really great OC.
Abe Lincoln
September 27th, 2012
1:00 pm
Don’t you just love how well our coaches communicate with our players. UGA 35 Tenn 14
kingdaddy
September 27th, 2012
1:06 pm
Bob
I think you’re selling Murray a little short…I’m sorry guys, I had too…
GTBob
September 27th, 2012
1:06 pm
Really going out on a limb there about Murray….let me guess, he’s too short?
His height is an issue, his decision making is an issue, he is sketchy under pressure, and he hasn’t performed all that well in big games. Can you really imagine Murray doing well in the NFL when he has guys like Clay Matthews trying to kill him every play?
Blue Ridge Dawg
September 27th, 2012
1:09 pm
Bob.. Bob.. GTBob– Your comments have enchanted my afternoon. Are you actually that dumb to believe that Malcome Mitchell does not know what the game plan is?? Come on’ man.
Blue Ridge Dawg
September 27th, 2012
1:13 pm
@ GTBob- – I believe AM will be a 5th maybe 4th round pick and piddle around in the NFL. But make no mistake, AM will leave UGA as one of the best ever. He will own every record. But most important, he is winning and he is winning big. UGA is lucky to have this guy! GO DAWGS!!!
JB
September 27th, 2012
1:18 pm
Murray and Bree’s are about the same size…although Drew has a lot better arm….but Murray’s arm is miles ahead of the last year or two……And Murray will get drafted in the 5 th or 6th round as a “flyer” or hidden gem” for some team. He tough. He’ll have to play this year and next with taking care of the football. That part of his game has killed him the last two years. So far so good this year.
JB
September 27th, 2012
1:20 pm
I do know this. Muschamp and Miles would trade for Murray today in a heart beat.
Craig
September 27th, 2012
1:21 pm
Here we go….lets see how this team responds after a big game….bottom line folks- we did what we should do anytime we play Vandy…….lets see if they take it up a notch or let UT come in as they have before and upset us…….time will tell if we have learned………my guess if we finally play back to back great games and dont get all giddy that we beat Vandy……..Dawgs: 38 UT 10
SEC Headlines 9/27/2012 – Arkansas – Razorbacks News
September 27th, 2012
1:22 pm
[...] 1. Where’s the buzz over Tennessee-Georgia? Is Georgia’s Malcom Mitchell a receiver or cornerback this weekend? ”I don’t know. I don’t have a clue, honestly.” [...]
Dawglasville
September 27th, 2012
1:23 pm
GTBob – Murray may be smart enough not to want to have to prove himself in the NFL. He doesn’t have the physical tools to be a top tier guy. I will grant you that. I hope he continues his masters study and plays one more year. Defense loses a ton but if Murray comes back we should be pretty good on offense.
Mitchell – whatever stock he is losing by going back in forth I think he is getting back by being a team player. NFL loves character guys. Too much money to invest in “me” guys. I know that you think that Samuel got the shaft from Richt but he is not a top tier college back or linebacker. Samuel will always be a UGA hero simply because of his heart and his head.
Blue Ridge Dawg
September 27th, 2012
1:31 pm
@Dawglasville- – Well put. We forget about Samuel, and what that kid has been through. Team player for sure!
UGA89
September 27th, 2012
1:31 pm
I actually agree with GTBob on Murray. Don’t see Murray in the pro’s but I do love him right now playing for UGA. Bob seems a little more humble after GT’s loss last week.
What I don’t understand is where is Branden Smith on kickoff returns or punt returns? There was even an article on the AJC a few months ago about him being excited to return one all the way. Has he been passed over because we have better players or because of the lack of depth on D for the first four games and we couldn’t risk him getting injured?
RiffRaff
September 27th, 2012
1:31 pm
Saw this, thought I would share….
Count Vanderbilt coach James Franklin as a believer in No. 5-ranked Georgia.
The Bulldogs hammered the Commodores 48-3 last week, and Franklin said Wednesday it was hard not to be impressed with Georgia’s mix of firepower and muscle.
“They’re probably one of the most balanced teams we have played here in the last two years,” Franklin said. “They can run for power. They can throw with timing and precision. They make big plays, but just the way they’re able to come off the ball with the size of that offensive line and the size of those running backs, and the same thing with the tight end position … they’re going to be a pretty good challenge for people.
“I’ve been doing this for almost 20 years now, and I thought that was as impressive of an offense as I’ve seen in terms of a veteran quarterback, physical offensive line, physical running backs and speed on the perimeter as well as size.”
The Bulldogs have scored at least 40 points in all four of their games this season, and the freshman running back duo of Todd Gurley and Keith Marshall has added another dimension to that offense.
Franklin said the guy who stood out to him was Gurley, who’s rushed for 406 yards and is averaging 9.2 yards per carry.
“Just how powerful he is and how big his legs are,” Franklin said. “They list him at 220. I’d be surprised if he’s 220. I think he’s 230. He’s a big, strong, physical downhill runner, and again, he’s playing with a lot of confidence right now and playing behind a pretty good offensive line.”
gdawginkalamazoo
September 27th, 2012
1:34 pm
LOL! It would be hilarious if they forget to play Mitchell Saturday. CTG too busy working Olgetree and Rambo back in the rotation Bobo too busy calling the long ball on 2nd down.
truedawg
September 27th, 2012
1:58 pm
Yea….He knows where he’ll be playing. lol I just hope the Dawgs come out fast and stay on the Gas. I think UT will move the ball and will score some points…but not many. With the Dawgs D line I don’t think they will be able to get much as far as a running game. I think you’ll see UT falling behind greatly in the 3rd and the Dawgs pulling away by 3 scores in the 4th. It all depends on the Defense if CTG has them ready to play..which I think will be the case, then I think UT will score maybe13. I think we’ll see UGA 42 UT 13.. The only scores I think that coulc make this closer would be turnovers. GATA!!!
Joey
September 27th, 2012
2:21 pm
Wow, RiffRaff, I had been wondering what Franklin thought about our team. You know he hated to give a compliment to UGA, but it’s good to hear that he did.
Saturday notwithstanding, it’s hard not to admire what Coach Franklin has done in his short time there, in probably the toughest job in the country – coaching Vandy to compete in SEC football.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
2:27 pm
That is a funny thought, gdawginkalamazoo.
Another funny thought on this situation is picturing Grantham having hold of one sleeve of Mitchell’s jersey during the game, and Bobo pulling on the other sleeve.
Richt has even made a joke of the “lobbying” going on by his 2 coordinators on behalf of Mitchell.
RiffRaff
September 27th, 2012
2:43 pm
Joey -
I was surprised as anyone to hear Franklin go on and on about this team. He was pretty blunt about it.
Watch Malcolm play more and more on the offensive side the next few weeks. He is the main deep threat.
AltamahaDawg
September 27th, 2012
2:57 pm
If by that you mean to covet thy neighbors (fill in the blank), yes, true. That is a sin. Yea, so? How does that apply here?
BTW, where woud you rank pure outright conceit in your list of sins?
gdawginkalamazoo
September 27th, 2012
3:12 pm
I think we are loaded with deep threats at WR. Brown, King, Bennett just off the top of my head. Our entire roster at WR is quality. Adding Mitchell back on there is just a huge bonus. 4 WR set would be fun to watch.
I agree with everyone though, we need come out strong and keep it up for 60 minutes. This is by far the best offense we have seen to date. Bray will be throwing a ton of short passes to pick up the first downs. Probably try a few down field to keep our DB’s honest. Scary but I can’t wait to watch.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
3:41 pm
So, UGA Insider, you’re just gonna ignore my question (12:54)?
I complimented your prediction of the Vandy game, but maybe I missed the earlier, “close game” prediction of that game.
Your “Insider” status is beginning to sink like a rock.
AltamahaDawg
September 27th, 2012
3:54 pm
…..attached to that Hope and Change bumper sticker.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
4:41 pm
Yes, there is THAT . . .
Joey
September 27th, 2012
4:53 pm
AD, that was “the question” wasn’t it?
Oh boy!
Lol!
AltamahaDawg
September 27th, 2012
4:57 pm
Noooo.
Joey
September 27th, 2012
5:09 pm
Crap . . .
Evan Portwood
September 27th, 2012
7:13 pm
Malcolm Mitchell needs to be use like Brandon Boykin was use when he was at UGA. Split him out wide and let him ran pass defenders and score us some TD’s.
SauteeDawg
September 27th, 2012
9:13 pm
GT Bob
Murray has beaten a ranked Georgia Tech team 3 seasons in a row.
Murray’s 1st season- GT ranked 59th.
Murrays 2nd season- GT ranked 73rd.
Murrays 3rd season- GT ranked 56th