Artie Lynch peddles the good stuff about Tray Matthews, who really does seem to be the early sensation of spring practice:
“He hits everything even when we’re not supposed to be hitting,” tight end Arthur Lynch said. “He’s just a physical kid, and he doesn’t talk much. He loves to compete. He kind of reminds me of Shawn Williams, but even more explosive. And Shawn was a pretty heavy hitter.
“For (Tray), his ability as an 18-year-old to make plays against SEC veterans is pretty impressive.”
You know what I like, brother.
And remember – just because it’s porn doesn’t mean it can’t also be accurate. Shawn Williams’ comparison of Todd Gurley to Trent Richardson may have had us rolling our eyes early, but by the end of the year it sure looked like Williams knew what he was talking about.
Grantham’s throwing Matthews out there, so he must see something he likes, too. Does a true freshman safety really have a chance to start against Clemson? I’m skeptical, given Grantham’s track record. So Matthews’ progress bears watching.
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Yes. He’ll have to start.
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Jenkins started last year at OLB.
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In the opener?
Not saying it couldn’t happen, but it’s generally not how Grantham goes.
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Who else does he have? Unless you start some combo of JHC, Norman, or Moore (and Matthews is already ahead of 2 of those guys), he starts. Our secondary demands a newcomer start.
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Who’s left at that position? True freshman, juco…..Grantham is going to have to coach lights our but I think Matthews will be out there vs Clemson. What a way to start your college career!
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They’re certainly making it hard to avoid the kool-aid.
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Spring practice always does.
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More kool-aid please!
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Mathews has the look of a baller. He’s a great addition to the team and will be starting against Clemson.
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