A few scrimmage notes, thoughts
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There were a few overall themes that came out of UNT's first scrimmage of spring practice on Friday that will be covered in tomorrow's edition of the paper, including the overall improvement of the Mean Green's defense under new coordinator Gary DeLoach. There were a few other developments worth noting that are perfect blog material, so here goes. Cornerback Adryan Adams has been billed as a player who could make a big impact next season after transferring from Northeastern Oklahoma A&M. Adams started to show those skills in the Mean Green's scrimmage when he intercepted a pass and made a few other nice plays on balls in the air. He could be the lockdown corner UNT has been looking for the last few years. Running back Cam Montgomery scored twice and is looking more and more like the top-ranked recruit UNT thought it signed before last season. Montgomery was injured most of last season and ended up receiving a redshirt. With Jamario Thomas gone after finishing his career last season, the development of Montgomery is critical for UNT. He could provide the home run threat the Mean Green might lack without him. I also heard at the scrimmage that Southlake Carroll quarterback recruit Riley Dodge has been selected to play in the Texas High School Coaches Association All-Star Game this summer. That's not really a big surprise, but it could give Dodge a chance to continue his comeback from a shoulder injury he suffered in the playoffs last season. Dodge had surgery and just started throwing the ball again in the last few days. A couple of local products also continue to shine. Former Ryan standout and Navy transfer Greg Garden is seeing a lot of time at safety. Former Lake Dallas standout Chase Baine caught a pair of touchdown passes while playing with the third team. Baine could be the type of player UNT redshirts and tries to develop. Senior wide receiver Roderick Johnson is seeing time with the first-team offense as is offensive lineman JJ Johnson. UNT is really shorthanded on the line this spring. The Mean Green's quarterbacks were under pressure much of the day. Post your thoughts on the blog. What was the most encouraging sign to come out of the first scrimmage of spring drills? |
