timmyboy Posted March 17, 2007 Report Share Posted March 17, 2007 Who does everyone think will be starting for the Zips this coming fall? and also. we have a new addition to the zips football staff.The article is below.University of Akron head football coach J.D. Brookhart announced the hiring of former NFL defensive back Emmanuel McDaniel as the cornerbacks coach, replacing Aaron Alford who accepted a similar post at the University of Utah. After an eight-year NFL career (1996-2003), McDaniel retired from professional football, stepping away from the sport for a couple of years to be with his newborn son. Last season he worked as a volunteer in the Akron football office. “We have a lot of faith in Emmanuel,” Brookhart said. “His experience in the NFL as a defensive back will certainly be beneficial. Also, he played for (Akron defensive coordinator) Jim Fleming at East Carolina, so I know they will work well together.” A native of Griffin, Ga., McDaniel played for four teams over his NFL career, including the Carolina Panthers (1996 and 2002), the Indianapolis Colts (1997), New York Giants (1999-2001) and the Arizona Cardinals (2003). He ended his career with 161 tackles, 32 passes defended and eight interceptions. In addition to being a highly-touted top nickel back in the league over his career, McDaniel additionally served on his teams’ punt, punt return and kickoff coverage units. His best season in the NFL came in 2000 when he picked off six passes to help the Giants post a 12-4 regular-season record and rank as one of the top five defenses in the league. Also during the 2002 season, McDaniel was named his team’s Defensive Player of the Game as the Giants defeated the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC Championship game. He followed that by earning a starting nod as the nickel back in Super Bowl XXXV versus the Baltimore Ravens. McDaniel was a part of two other successful teams during his career. In his first year in the league, the Panthers were 1996 NFC West champions and reached the NFC Championship game. In his lone season with the Dolphins (1998), Miami entered the playoffs as a wild card before falling in the second round to eventual Super Bowl champion Denver. McDaniel was a four-year letterman (1992-95) at East Carolina where he finished his career with 112 tackles and 13 interceptions. He led the Pirates in interceptions three times and his 13 career picks rank sixth all-time in ECU history. As a senior, McDaniel earned first team All-South Independent honors, under the direction of then Pirate defensive backs coach and current Akron defensive coordinator Jim Fleming. McDaniel received a B.A. in criminal justice in 1995. He is married Lynn Viehmeyer of Poland, Ohio, and the couple has one son, Jaylen (3). Akron will begin its annual spring football drills on Mar. 29 with the Blue and Gold Game – presented by Sky Bank – is set for Sunday, April 15, at 4 pm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovezips Posted March 17, 2007 Report Share Posted March 17, 2007 i cant wait for next season.qb carlton jacksonrb Dennis Kenedy, Alex Allenfb Joe Tuzze, Joe McDanielwr Jabari,Harvey,Lindsay,Johnny Longte Kasper,Merceoline So many question thereD-Line Jared G,Nate Robinson,Victor Rajeck......LBS Grant,Stokes,Mcneal, Williams......Secondary Tate,Corner,Andre Jones,Rodney,.....Looking at the schedule i think that it is very hard but we CAN win some games. Im excited about week 2 for OSU. We are going to suprise a lot of people.Lets go zips Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmyboy Posted March 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2007 i cant wait for next season.qb carlton jacksonrb Dennis Kenedy, Alex Allenfb Joe Tuzze, Joe McDanielwr Jabari,Harvey,Lindsay,Johnny Longte Kasper,Merceoline So many question thereD-Line Jared G,Nate Robinson,Victor Rajeck......LBS Grant,Stokes,Mcneal, Williams......Secondary Tate,Corner,Andre Jones,Rodney,.....Looking at the schedule i think that it is very hard but we CAN win some games. Im excited about week 2 for OSU. We are going to suprise a lot of people.Lets go zips you forgot about our most constant Defensive player, LB John Mackey.I am with you on most of the other stuff...qb carlton jacksonrb Dennis Kennedy,alex allen........ but brian williams will get some time here i believe.fb Joe Tuzze, Joe McDanielwr Jabari,Harvey,Lindsay,Hill....... Heard that J Long is looking to transfer out of Akronte Kasper,Merceoline T: Sekinger,KemmeG: Ward,EstradaC: ScheppD-Line Jared G,Nate Robinson,Victor Rajeck......LBS Grant,Stokes,Mackey, Sewell, but Williams will be a great help at this Pos.Secondary Tate,Corner,Andre Jones,Rodney,.....Brians Williams could also help at this position, as well as the JC transfer we got in this signing class.look for players Gary Pride, Brian Williams, Vince Hill, Casey Estrada, Almondo Sewell, Stewart Crowles from this years signing class to make an impact right away...... toooo much talent in this class to let them just sit.I look for this team to be more athletic then last years, and the Defense to be more solid then last years. The offensive line will need to make BIG stides quick in time to gel by the start of the season. Carlton Jackson brings alot more athletism to the team then getsy did, so look for us to open the offense up more an allow more plays for the QB to run with... im thinking we could go this season with only 2 losses, OSU and W Mich. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZippyAlum Posted March 18, 2007 Report Share Posted March 18, 2007 I think you guys are in for some surprises!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmyboy Posted March 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 18, 2007 I think you guys are in for some surprises!!! what kind of suprises? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zips#1Fan Posted March 18, 2007 Report Share Posted March 18, 2007 Rb: I believe it will be Aaris Reed and Alex Allen DK wont even play hes too slow and fat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InTheZone Posted March 18, 2007 Report Share Posted March 18, 2007 i cant wait for next season.qb carlton jacksonrb Dennis Kenedy, Alex Allenfb Joe Tuzze, Joe McDanielwr Jabari,Harvey,Lindsay,Johnny Longte Kasper,Merceoline So many question thereD-Line Jared G,Nate Robinson,Victor Rajeck......LBS Grant,Stokes,Mcneal, Williams......Secondary Tate,Corner,Andre Jones,Rodney,.....Looking at the schedule i think that it is very hard but we CAN win some games. Im excited about week 2 for OSU. We are going to suprise a lot of people.Lets go zips Victor Rajek starting on the dline?? Are you smoking crack?QB- Carlton Jackson to start the season, unfortunately I don't think he'll finish thereRB- Aeris ReedFB- Joe McDanielWR- Jabari ArthurWR- David Harvey/Jermaine LindseyTE- Merce Poindexter/Kris KasparekLT- Chris KemmeLG- Mike WardC- Mike ScheppRG- Zach AndersonRT- Keith HeubnerDL- Eric LivelyN- Nate RobinsonDL- Jared CecchettiLB- Kevin GrantLB- Brion StokesLB- Al-Teric BalaamSS- Chevin Pace/Amin KabirR- John Mackey/Wayne CobhamFS- Andre Jones/Rodney EtienneCB- Brandon Anderson/Devanso TateCB- Reggie Corner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckzip Posted March 19, 2007 Report Share Posted March 19, 2007 ITZ, Please explain what you mean about CJ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InTheZone Posted March 20, 2007 Report Share Posted March 20, 2007 Don't want to slander a kid on here, but from what I've heard, he's going to need to step up his leadership, character, and work ethic and gain some respect from his teammates or he's not going to last long as the starting QB for the Zips. Guys like that with a ton of talent usually come into programs with all kinds of hype (like he has), get the fans all excited (like many are), and then bust and are replaced mid way through the season with a less talented but more reliable guy. I hope this is not the case for Carlton and the Zips, and I hope he learns to get in his playbook, get in the film room, lead by example, and stay away from bad influences. The QB has got to be a guy that players can look to for leadership, and we've been extremely fortunate to have that with our last 3 QB's.Of course, let's not take away anything from the other two guys who will be vying for the job in the spring. Carlton Jackson has in no way won the job yet anyhow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted March 20, 2007 Report Share Posted March 20, 2007 I mentioned this once before, with no response, but does anybody think there is the possibility of Carlton splitting time with Hakes this year within the game? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovezips Posted March 20, 2007 Report Share Posted March 20, 2007 dr z ....yes i think that they might split time.....If Alex Allen, DK, or Aris wont be our running backs then who will???there is no one else...if you are thinking of the kid from miami you are wrong, he has to sit out. and i hope that you are not refering to phil m. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74ZIP Posted March 24, 2007 Report Share Posted March 24, 2007 ok folks...lets keep some perspective here...as in years past a brutal road schedule will take its toll later in the season...frankly it doesn't matter if you beat uconn or indiana(both not likely) and the loss at osu is insignificant except that the players get beat up physically...WIN THE MAC GAMES!!!! for gosh sakes...beat Can't...ou...central etc etc etc...thats the only way you go to a bowl...just think if the ZIPS had beaten Can't,western and ou games they should/could have won you'talking another MAC championship game..get real! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timsum1283 Posted March 25, 2007 Report Share Posted March 25, 2007 everyone knows the Zips WR is the strongest position and my suggestion is to have Johnny Long to change to a DB b/c he has potential to start on the defensive side of the ball more than at WR with Harvey and Arthur there. Any way this is a possibility? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InTheZone Posted March 26, 2007 Report Share Posted March 26, 2007 everyone knows the Zips WR is the strongest position and my suggestion is to have Johnny Long to change to a DB b/c he has potential to start on the defensive side of the ball more than at WR with Harvey and Arthur there. Any way this is a possibility? Ummmm.... have you taken a look at our defensive backfield lately?? We're more loaded there than we are at reciever. If he wants to start he should put on 120 lbs and play guard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZippyAlum Posted March 26, 2007 Report Share Posted March 26, 2007 I have a few questions. When is JD's radio program and on what station? Why does everyone think an unproven Aaris Reed is going to replace an experienced Dennis Kennedy? (I still say he only had a rough time last year because of the injury to his shoulder. Before that, he was excellent.) And also I thought Andre Walker replaced DK when he was hurt. Don't you think Walker will play? If so, where, DB???? And shouldn't Alex Allen be in there before Reed? Didn't Allen have an injury in spring ball last year? Last year we lacked leadership. If the QBs are close in talent I'd go with the leader!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmyboy Posted March 26, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2007 everyone knows the Zips WR is the strongest position and my suggestion is to have Johnny Long to change to a DB b/c he has potential to start on the defensive side of the ball more than at WR with Harvey and Arthur there. Any way this is a possibility? I have heard that he (long) is looking to transfer and will not play. He probably see's his Playing time being cut in half with the addition of Hill, and thinks it is his best move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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