Gonna be interesting to see

[lumphog]

what CCM does with Froholdt

[a0ashle]

what CCM does with Froholdt

You think he moves him?

[greenie]

He'll be playing on the offensive line next year.  I don't see another position for him...unless CCM creates a "Super Steamboat" package.

[lumphog]

I have NO idea, but it's going to be telling about the former coach

[lakecityhog]

He is a senior so I doubt he moves to another position. Maybe with a simplified blocking scheme he can be a bulldozer for us.

[a0ashle]

I have NO idea, but it's going to be telling about the former coach

So this makes it seem like you want him to be moved so it makes Bielema look bad.

There is absolutely no reason to move Froholdt.

[duckman]

He isn't moving...  He was our best OL after Ragnow went out.

[PorcineSublime]

From what I have read from some of the various sites, he is pretty well regarded as an OL (I read one item that called him the second best lineman behind Ragnow). With an OL coach that can teach him some better technique he might actually be special.

[DOGALUM]

He is a dominant lineman.  Way too much was made over a few blown assignments.   He's also a freak athlete for someone of his size.  Bright future for Hjalte. 

[EastTNHog]

He isn't moving...  He was our best OL after Ragnow went out.

Yikes

[BigE_23]

I'm more interested in what happens with Merrick, Wallace, and the other 4* recruits that had difficulty getting on the field over freshman walkons. That will tell more about the previous staff than anything.

[Tim Harris]

Have people actually looked at our depth on the OL?  We don't have the bodies to be moving people out of that group.

[jjdlc]

He is a dominant lineman.  Way too much was made over a few blown assignments.   He's also a freak athlete for someone of his size.  Bright future for Hjalte.

This, he should be a tremendous asset on next year's line.

[King Kong]

I don't expect many changes in personal at the Oline this up coming year.

I also don't expect them to jack around Brian Wallace like the previous staff did.

[jgphillips3]

I'm more interested in what happens with Merrick, Wallace, and the other 4* recruits that had difficulty getting on the field over freshman walkons. That will tell more about the previous staff than anything.

This is what I really want to see as well.

[rzrbk4life]

I'm more interested in what happens with Merrick, Wallace, and the other 4* recruits that had difficulty getting on the field over freshman walkons. That will tell more about the previous staff than anything.

This is what I'll be looking for as well

[King Kong]

Have people actually looked at our depth on the OL?  We don't have the bodies to be moving people out of that group.

It's really pathetic. Major work is needed for 2019

[menace_hawg3]

I imagine some weight loss and a simplified blocking scheme working wonders for these guys. Bret had these guys playing well beyond their natural weight. Too bulky and slow.

[Peter Porker]

what CCM does with Froholdt

Lol he's a highly regarded guard. That's his position.

[The NewEra]

Froholdt will thrive in this offense.  Remember him pulling as lead blocker on many of the screens?  He's smart, strong, fast agile and quick for such a big guy.

Reference the other linemen in general.  I suspect their performance next year will force the Bielema's staff to hire lawyers as the UofA goes after them trying to get a refund.   

There's a lot more talent at the O-Line position than what was on display.

[duckman]

Next season I have a suspicion we are going to find out just how poorly our team has been coached the last two years.  We are not as devoid of talent as many think...

[jgphillips3]

Next season I have a suspicion we are going to find out just how poorly our team has been coached the last two years.  We are not as devoid of talent as many think...

If I remember the stat correctly, we have more 4 star talent on the team than all but 5 other SEC teams.  I think there are going to be some pleasant surprises.  Sure there are areas that are lacking, but other areas were just poorly managed.

[B Ray]

Next season I have a suspicion we are going to find out just how poorly our team has been coached the last two years.  We are not as devoid of talent as many think...

I believe we have some talent, I just think they all had been bulked up and made slow, RB and WR for this offense I believe we are fine. I hope he can get the OL to a better place, I know B.B. had gotten some good OL , they just didn't get to see the field .. My question who is going to be the QB ?

[Con el Cerdos]

So this makes it seem like you want him to be moved so it makes Bielema look bad.

There is absolutely no reason to move Froholdt.

Actually, he didn't need help.

[a0ashle]

Next season I have a suspicion we are going to find out just how poorly our team has been coached the last two years.  We are not as devoid of talent as many think...

I agree, this isn't a bare cupboard situation.

[colbs]

Froholdt graded out as the second highest guard in the conference and was a first team All SEC selection by PFF.  I think too many fans judge him off of his first year and not this past year. 

[RideTillIDieHawg]

Froholdt graded out as the second highest guard in the conference and was a first team All SEC selection by PFF.  I think too many fans judge him off of his first year and not this past year.

Exactly.

The real question is how Wallace does with a new coach.

[racinghog]

Next season I have a suspicion we are going to find out just how poorly our team has been coached the last two years.  We are not as devoid of talent as many think...

Well we know someone in his family thinks that the there is talent in the cupboard.

[Broke Tusk]

O line better start running 10 yard wind sprints !!!!

[blueridger]

 of all positions...the OL will be the focus of S&C...just like they were at SMU when this staff showed up.   Nutrition and structured training...it'll be fine folks.

[zane]

Froholdt graded out as the second highest guard in the conference and was a first team All SEC selection by PFF.  I think too many fans judge him off of his first year and not this past year.

Was just coming to post this

[Razorback Pastor]

Next season I have a suspicion we are going to find out just how poorly our team has been coached the last two years.  We are not as devoid of talent as many think...

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[razorback355]

Spring practice will straighten up a lot of the personnel shifts along with transfers going into the summer.

[Porknoxville]

If I remember the stat correctly, we have more 4 star talent on the team than all but 5 other SEC teams.  I think there are going to be some pleasant surprises.  Sure there are areas that are lacking, but other areas were just poorly managed.

Actually 10th in over all talent in sec. Even though we rank poorly in perceived talent , I think CCM we pick up the recruiting and will get more out of what we currently have. O

[snoblind]

Next season I have a suspicion we are going to find out just how poorly our team has been coached the last two years.  We are not as devoid of talent as many think...

Agreed.

[IronHog]

From what I have read from some of the various sites, he is pretty well regarded as an OL (I read one item that called him the second best lineman behind Ragnow). With an OL coach that can teach him some better technique he might actually be special.

Gibson was their best lineman.....all year


Plenty of talent there for a decent first 5 in shape and with some even average  coaching

[Biggus Piggus]

The new staff will say, "Why didn't they recruit any tackles?"

[HamGrowsOnTrees]

We are not even close to being devoid of talent. This team is loaded imo.
I was against frodholt and clary playing but I think CBB might be ok at the talent evaluation thing: I was wrong. Clary and frodholt and probably Gibson are NFL talents.

[Bubba's Bruisers]

The new staff will say, "Why didn't they recruit any tackles?"

[JONAS]

I'm more interested in what happens with Merrick, Wallace, and the other 4* recruits that had difficulty getting on the field over freshman walkons. That will tell more about the previous staff than anything.

Yep.

[12247]

I think about right now, Chad is thinking.  What the hell did I do.  SMU is not on the same level as Arkansas but it will be much easier to win at SMU than Arkansas in the overall.

As to the player talent we have.  I believe practice will be a planned event with all players on the team getting involved and worked, conditioned, trained, and urged to reach their potential.  I bet we see folks thats never seen the field before making contributions.  Overall speed will return to these players in the overall.  Team weight will likely go down about 1000 pounds.  During games, there will be coaching and teaching.  We will have a Special Teams Group that will be special.  I think our defense will be the group that surprises.  It still won't be good but so much better than recent.  Gang tackling, tight coverage, hard hitting, 4 quarters of hard play, blitzing often, and a 2 deep that at least knows what they are going to try to do, even if they aren't good at doing it.
I suggest the QB position may be the most difficult to fill.  We have seen how difficult it is to win with the Gus offense without a very solid QB.  Learning the reads and moving at breakneck speed is not an easy task and most QBs cannot do that.  I don't believe Cole will be the starter and I don't know about Ty.  Ty should still have it all as Bret and Co never used any of it up.

[Dominicanhog]

He isn't moving...  He was our best OL after Ragnow went out.

What in the he11 are they talking about, he'll be the starting left guard... same place he's been for two years..

[logand02]

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Agreed

[woodrow hog call]

I would not be at all surprised to see us using two complete O lines next year, in order to achieve the pace that CCM is wanting.

[Oklahawg]

The new staff will say, "Why didn't they recruit any tackles?"

We will be able to go three deep at center and both guards, though. Maybe we can do some 3-OL sets?

And no one has mentioned that we have two decent fullbacks on this roster. Poor guys.

[FrJoseph]

what CCM does with Froholdt

Move him back to DL I suspect; where he should be.

Fr Joe

[PonderinHog]

Move him back to DL I suspect; where he should be.

Fr Joe

At this point that would be almost criminal.

[kodiakisland]

what CCM does with Froholdt

Expect a full eval on every player on the team.  My guess is we will see some playmakers on the field next year that never got off the sidelines under BB.

[colbs]

Move him back to DL I suspect; where he should be.

Fr Joe

Why move one of the top returning OL to DL?  Also, the OL depth isn't great.

[Moe wins]

Is there any word on his health? He had a lot of issues with that ankle, especially late in the year.