Key Takeaways from the Senior Bowl Saturday

Offense

Quarterbacks and wide receivers could not find a rhythm for most of the day, which is to be expected with the lack of experience they have playing together. Throws were constantly sent late into double coverage down the field as quarterbacks struggled to find big plays in an offense they only had three days to learn. Pass protection was also an issue throughout the day, resulting in a lot of forced throws. While coverage was excellent down the field, there was room for quarterbacks to scramble and make some plays with their legs, which they did. Spencer Rattler and Bo Nix both had good days, with Rattler winning MVP and both leading touchdown drives early in the game.

While the running game was stagnant at times, it seemed to be more of a reflection on the offensive line than the running backs. Backs were constantly forced to shed tackles or make defenders miss at or behind the line of scrimmage. Most running backs did not have the opportunity to break big plays, however, they were able to showcase their versatility. Dylan Laube and Emani Bailey both showed they were not afraid to go up the middle and lower the shoulder against NFL talent, despite their size, and Isaiah Davis, who has been a bruising downhill runner for most of his career, showed his ability as a receiver.

Tight ends had a good day receiving but joined in the offensive line’s run-blocking struggle. Throughout the day, quarterbacks were able to find their tight ends for a big play. They did a good job of presenting a big target to hit, as well as making plays after the catch. Ben Sinnott had a big play on a short pass on a long third down in his own territory. AJ Barner and Theo Johnson both found themselves open consistently, but their quarterbacks could not always get it to them. Even Brevyn Spann-Ford, who is known for his blocking more than his receiving, got in on the action with an early touchdown from Bo Nix.

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