Cappers Buzz

2007 is the year of the Quarterback in the NCAA.   We all know about Chad Henne, Colt Brennan, Pat White, Andre Woodson, John David Booty, et…  But here are 10 signal callers that you may not know quite as much about that I feel should have big years in ‘07.  Some may have gaudy stats, some may not.  Some are pocket passers, othesr dual-threats.  All are field generals, that I would feel confident wagering my money on. 

1.  Chase Daniel, Missouri-  Fearless leader was 2nd team All Big-12 as a sophomore, and now has experience under his belt.

2. Bobby Reid, Oklahoma St.-  All the tools, and should really flourish in his 2nd season in Larry Fedora’s offense.

3.  Chase Holbrook, New Mexico St.-  Sure, the gaudy numbers can be attributed to Hal Mumme’s system, but Holbrook came out of nowhere to run it to perfection, throwing for more yards than any sophomore in the history of the NCAA.  34-9 ratio wasn’t bad, either.

4.  Matt Grothe (South Florida)-   Plays with the proverbial “linebacker mentality” for up and coming Bulls

5.  Stephen Mcgee (Texas AM)-  Plays QB with a swagger.  Must improve accuracy, but sported excellent 12-2 ratio and added 831 yds. on the ground.

6. Kellen Lewis (Indiana)-  The late Terry Hoeppner knew a thing or two about QB’s, and Lewis’ performance as a RS Frosh. last year was one of the suprises of the Big 10.    Went 146 passes without an INT, proving Hoeppner right for giving him the job early in the season over Blake Powers.

7. Rudy Carpenter (Arizona St.)-  Started slow but broke out of soph. slump down the stretch, and will be an NFL prospect before leaves Tempe. 

8. Chase Clement (Rice)-  A bit undersized, but led Rice to one of CFB’s cinderella seasons last year.    Must now do it without OC Applewhite

9. Brian Johnson (Utah)-  Led MWC in total offense in 2005, missed last year due to injury.  Part of 10 returning starter on Ute offense.

10. Nate Davis (Ball St.)-  Big arm, had his ups and downs as true frosh last season, but is most likely MAC’s next NFL QB.  

Tonight, I kick off the ‘07 football season with a very strong Multi-Factor underdog that I absolutely love.  Play is available at www.cappersgallery.com, and also as part of my long-term packages.