It's going to be LDR!

[URGatorBait]

I've met a few real leaders of men in my life, they wore a different kind of uniform. Just saying.

and none were as big a snowflake as Del Doucheo

 

[ChiefGator]

If Zaire was unavailable to play it would probably be LDR and we then could start taking bets on how many picks he would throw with Michigan blitzing every other play.

If they try that I bet a large run will result some of the time and perhaps a dump off pass for large gains as well. Nothing like say blocking them or tricking them to stop such activities. Now LDR should not be given anything than being able to compete. Many wanted Tim to be the QB immediately, the coach being smarter declined to listen to them.

Now he can't make all the throws, makes mistakes in reads, and has other issues according to me.

 

[soflagator]

If Butters wasnt able to see LDR was hurt, he should be disqualified from coaching. The kid was limping around with ice on his shoulder after the games. I appreciate that he is trying to deflect for Butters though.

Butters just WASNT (and isnt) changing just like Mushchump wasnt changing.

I'm not totally dismissing your take on things, as I don't have sufficient evidence to refute it. But what I think makes this a different situation is the Zaire transfer. It's been stated numerous times that he didn't leave ND and come here just to hold a clipboard, nor do I think he'll be content with some situational role. If we have a competent, proven QB that can potentially ignite our offense, and he's just sitting there as we trot out LDR, it's game over for Mac. He'll lose and shred of credibility and equity that he's earned. I don't disagree that he's stubborn. But that would be career suicide, especially with the publicity Zaire's "commitment" received. I don't think he's willing to throw that towel in.

I do agree that he should've been benched in the Ark game. But I think it was less about them not recognizing the injury, and more about LDR selling them on the notion that he was still ok to play, which was selfish on his part. Either way, we weren't beating Ark with that gameplan and sloppy defensive play. The arrogance still frustrates me though.

 

[Okeechobee Joe]

When Jim McElwain looks in the mirror he sees Luke Del Rio.

 

[jdh5484]

He's in the hospital again?

 

[GatorJ]

When Jim McElwain looks in the mirror he sees Luke Del Rio.

 

[MJMGator]

every QB is "in the plans" you know that right?

Seriously, what do you guys expect him to say?

"LDR's playing days are over."

 

[GatorJ]

every QB is "in the plans" you know that right?

Seriously, what do you guys expect him to say?

I expect him to say nothing. Nobody asked him about Del Rio. I didn't hear him offer up anything about Trask. Or Allen.

 

[Swamp Donkey]

I'm not totally dismissing your take on things

Dont get me wrong, I think it will probably be Zaire if not LDR. If it is LDR, Zaire will have packages regardless, then Zaire will take over.

I just think the people who think that ldr will never be seen again on the field are delusional.

As for Butters credibility I suspect he believes that he has done a great job and that 99% of Gators support him.

 

[Gator Fever]

Sounds like Del Rio isn't helping his cause today.

 

[GatorJ]

Sounds like Del Rio isn't helping his cause today.

 

[TheBigClaw]

If this guy takes any snap this year I will lose all hope in mac

 

[URGatorBait]

"LDR's playing days are over."

never said that....but please continue

 

[URGatorBait]

I expect him to say nothing. Nobody asked him about Del Rio. I didn't hear him offer up anything about Trask. Or Allen.

 

[jdh5484]

 

[GatorBart]

When Jim McElwain looks in the mirror he sees Luke Del Rio.

 

[GatorBart]

At least half of LDRs 'highlight' passes were thrown late or underthrown (or both). I do not want to see this guy take another snap at UF. I was calling for Appleby early last year - I don't want to be yelling at the TV again this year asking for LDRs replacement.

 

[NavetG8r]

At least half of LDRs 'highlight' passes were thrown late or underthrown (or both). I do not want to see this guy take another snap at UF. I was calling for Appleby early last year - I don't want to be yelling at the TV again this year asking for LDRs replacement.

I full agree. If we're gonna march a QB out there that's going to throw late and behind often, I'd rather it at least be a QB that can throw it far enough so that only our WRs have a chance to run under it. No more late + behind + 20 yards too short please!

 

[EuroGator]

I'm not totally dismissing your take on things, as I don't have sufficient evidence to refute it. But what I think makes this a different situation is the Zaire transfer. It's been stated numerous times that he didn't leave ND and come here just to hold a clipboard, nor do I think he'll be content with some situational role. If we have a competent, proven QB that can potentially ignite our offense, and he's just sitting there as we trot out LDR, it's game over for Mac. He'll lose and shred of credibility and equity that he's earned. I don't disagree that he's stubborn. But that would be career suicide, especially with the publicity Zaire's "commitment" received. I don't think he's willing to throw that towel in.

I do agree that he should've been benched in the Ark game. But I think it was less about them not recognizing the injury, and more about LDR selling them on the notion that he was still ok to play, which was selfish on his part. Either way, we weren't beating Ark with that gameplan and sloppy defensive play. The arrogance still frustrates me though.

I agree with this. Furthermore, is seems to me that even if LDR does take a large or starting role, he'll be broken a few games in and we'll get the rest of the season without him. He was dismantled last year and he won't play injured again.

 

[jdh5484]

At least half of LDRs 'highlight' passes were thrown late or underthrown (or both). I do not want to see this guy take another snap at UF. I was calling for Appleby early last year - I don't want to be yelling at the TV again this year asking for LDRs replacement.

Granted, he's no Danny or Rex, but he's serviceable. What's his record vs the other 3 QBs? He got great experience last year. We may need it. I'm glad we have him.

With that said, I would prefer that either the ND guy and/or Lurch significantly separate themselves over the next 4 weeks. If that happens, then, barring injuries, Del Rio will probably never see the field again. However, if neither of those guys truly separates themselves, and if Del Rio is physically capable, I would like to see the experienced starter at UF start the game (doesn't mean finish it... just start). Seems the safest bet.