Fall Camp

As with probably any other fanbase around the country, enthusiasm is running high for the upcoming season. Year three of the Paul Johnson era.

Several times CPJ has said this will probably be a better team than he's had but might not win as many games. Coach Johnson has been around long enough to know that you have to show up. I personally believe this will be his best team yet. Year three at all his stops has been the best. There is finally a full 85 players on scholarship. The offensive line has depth, experience and talent, along with the first wave of CPJ recruits. When you have an All-ACC center fighting to hold on to his job that should say something. Nesbitt is healthy, there's a plethora of riches at the RB position and another year of understanding the offense.

The reason why this team will be better though won't be because of the offense. Al Groh knows what the hell he's doing and the players trust him, unlike they did when they gave up on Dave Wommack. There is absolutely no chance the defense is worse, even with learning a new system.


And this year GT is playing in what is arguably the toughest division in college football. Road games at Va Tech, Clemson, UNC and Georgia will be incredibly tough.

Based on what I'm hearing here are some things to chew on (remember it's early):

Isaiah Johnson might end up being a starter. I think he'll be the best freshman safety in the country this year.

Synjyn Days is exactly what we're after out of the QB spot. It's early but this kid can pass and run. And he already knows the offense.

Remember the name Brandon Watts. Superstar.

Nesbitt is fully healthy and is running the offense with more speed and efficiency. You'll remember last year I told you that Ricky Dobbs of Navy runs the offense better because he runs it quicker. I'll be interested to see how it comes together.

SC State will be a good first game. This is a very talented I-AA team that finished #7 in the country last year. Anymore, you can't take these games for granted.

I'll post up some articles regarding media days and the early practices tomorrow.