YGQ, IGA – Part 4

Let’s keep this rolling…

Oh, and thanks for all the questions. PLEASE keep them coming…this is fun.

1) Your thoughts on the biggest recruiting needs other than DL?

The offensive line, first and foremost. Linebacker and safety could use some young talent.

2) Is there a significant chance that Brehaut could start over Craft at Stanford, or has Craft clinched the job given the win against KSU?

They say it’s an open competition, but I highly, highly doubt it.

3) Who are the second team linebackers at the present time?

Steve Sloan is set, Patrick Larimore is climbing and Sean Westgate looks good, with Mike Schmitt in the mix.

4) What are the reasons that Craft is playing over Brehaut? Can Brehaut still redshirt or did the action against SDSU take his redshirt away?

Craft is playing because Neuheisel and Chow believes he gives them the most chance to win. That’s the sellout answer. I really think Brehaut just isn’t ready yet. He can still redshirt I believe.

5) Will USC loss to Washington help UCLA in recruiting?

Can’t hurt.

6) What are your thoughts on the scout team for the Bruins? Are there any standouts, and why do they standout for you?

I have been VERY impressed by Joseph Fauria and Jerry Rice Jr. They are quite reliable. Ricky Marvray has flashes of brilliance mixed with bonehead plays.

7) After losing 20 lbs. during training camp. How the heck did Eddie Williams gain it all back since it ended? He look VERY pudgy, as does MAIVA. Optimally what weight does the staff want them both at?

I don’t know what the staff wants them at, but it’s quite typical for an offensive lineman to put on some weight during the regular season.

8) Anybody on the team strike you as an athlete who would be considered a “FREAK”?
Brian Price is a freak. Xavier Su’a-Filo is a freak. Damien Thigpen is freakish.

9) Who do you see as the most athletic and capable playmaker on the team?
Taylor Embree is a very capable wide receiver. Damien Thigpen can break a return at any time. Alterraun Verner is a future star.

10) Which player has surprised coaches the most since the beginning of camp with on-field production and development?

I think they are most impressed by Johnathan Franklin and Morrell Presley.