Took a trip to Chicago and competed in front of a great WIU staff. Enjoyed the coaching points from @CoachJoeDavis and @Coach_Ackman and look forward to staying in touch.
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Most practice plans include situational football.
The better question is whether the practice plan reflects the actual complexion of the game.
In the 2025 FBS sample, third down showed up on 20.97% of all offensive reps. That is roughly 14.4 snaps per game. Red zone appeared 10.3 times per game. First play of the drive appeared 11.5 times per game. Short yardage appeared 6.5 times per game.
Those are not specialty situations. They are normal operating conditions.
If third down is one-fifth of the game, it cannot be a light review period. If red zone shows up ten times per game, it cannot become only goal line work. If the ball lives on a hash for roughly 80% of snaps, field and boundary leverage need to be built into practice spacing.
Situational football is not something a quarterback should meet for the first time on Saturday.
Practice should not just cover the situations.
It should reflect their frequency, their consequence, and the decision-making burden they place on the quarterback.
Peyton Manning’s description from his Quarterback show is the reality of the job. Every play, the quarterback is the focus. He has to know the protection, the route concept, the defensive structure, the pressure indicators, the clock, the situation, and the responsibilities of ten other players while the stadium is loud and the pocket is collapsing.
That is why quarterback development cannot be reduced to arm talent. A quarterback has to communicate clearly when no one can hear, solve the math problem before the snap, confirm the picture after the snap, and still deliver the ball with timing and accuracy.
Then comes the part no drill can fully simulate. Win or lose, the quarterback stands in front of it. He gives credit when the offense succeeds and absorbs responsibility when it fails. That burden is not unfair. It is the position.
There is only 1 starting quarterback for a reason. The talent threshold is high, but the command threshold is higher. The best ones are not just gifted throwers. They are accountable operators who understand that every snap demands structure, discipline, and ownership.
The UND School of Law invites students, families, and alumni to join us for the Spring 2026 Law Commencement Ceremony.
We look forward to celebrating with you on Saturday, May 9, at 10:00 a.m. at the Chester Fritz Auditorium.
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Some really fast 40 times in the last couple sessions:
Grayson Arn,Brodhead4.47
Trent Breitbach, Stevens Point4.50
Tyler Nelson, Elkhorn 4.50
Mason McGuire, Slinger 4.51
Juan Randle Jr,Sun Prairie East4.51
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After a nationwide search, the University of North Dakota School of Law would like to welcome retired Vice Admiral Darse E. “Del” Crandall, Jr., as our next dean!
Learn more: https://t.co/KoubYabDdp
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Had a great conversation recently with @CoachBobDunnJr and learned a lot about Illinois State’s championship-level program. Grateful for the opportunity and excited to compete at camp this summer!
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Top-notch environment with a great staff all around. Really grateful for the time and effort the coaches put into this weekend. Had a great experience at UND and excited for what’s ahead.
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