The quarterbacks

Posted on May 19, 2008

Going into the 2007 season there was a lot of optimism, but also concern regarding having two inexperienced signal callers leading the team.  That concern became real as the turnovers piled up early in the season as did the losses, however the coaches stuck to their plan and as the season progressed so did Andy Dalton and Marcus Jackson.  The team finished on a high note with Dalton being named the MVP of the Houston Bowl and the QB situation appears to be now in good hands for a few more years, though depth is extremely light.

Current depth chart:

Andy Dalton-Completed 222 of 371 attempts for 2,459 yards, 10 TDs and 11 picks in 2007. 

Marcus Jackson-Had a great spring and really pushed hard showing the coaches he could lead the offense if needed.  Was 35 of 63 with 3 TDs and 1 pick in 2007.

Eric Herbel-Walk-on from McKinney still needs to add some size and strength.

Others:

Andy Bohlig-walk-on from Eden Prairie, Minn where he led his team to a state championship.

Cole Frederick-walk-on from Houston Christian.

Logan Brock-was QB at Copperas Cove his JR year until injuries allowed Robert Griffin a chance (OK, that is just being thrown in there).

Incoming freshman:

QB Chase “Yogi” Gallegos 6-1/185/4.55 Irving, TX Grace Prep transfer in 2006.  In 2007 he was 227 of 382 with 15 picks, 2369 total yards and 15 TDs as Irving adjusted their offense to more passing.   Had a very good showing at the Nike camp in Fort Worth that opened a lot of eyes.  Good arm strength, good footwork and quick release. #4 QB & #57 ranked player in DFW per Dallas Morning News, Top 100 in Texas per Star-Telegram.

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    • Expect the staff to work hard at getting Gallegos up to speed on the offense before the summer is over.

    Needs for class of 2009:

    Depth is a very real concern for the future with Jackson a JR this coming season and the Frogs will have only one experienced QB for one more year after the class of 2009 finishes its true freshman year.  The Frogs really need two good QBs in this class and took a huge step in that direction when Casey Pachall made his commitment.

    Commits:

  • QB Casey Pachall 6-4/185/4.7 Brownwood, TX Texas Top 50, #21 recruit in the State by LSR, In 2007 110 carries 424 yards 3 TDs 85/182 46.7% 1,339 yards 9 TDs 9 INTs. Also offered by Notre Dame, Nebraska, Baylor, Houston & Arizona and turned down trip to UT junior days to come to TCU.Texas Football on the commit of Pachall: Brownwood QB Casey Pachall, a player most outlets have ranked in the state’s top 100 players and amongst the top five or six quarterbacks, has given out his verbal commitment to the Horned Frogs, making him one of the best and most highly touted recruits that TCU has landed in quite some time. To put things in perspective, Pachall also had an offer from Notre Dame and links to both Oklahoma, Arizona and other BCS programs.So how big could this be for TCU? Well, Pachall has the type of frame (6-4) that can develop into an NFL body if he can add 20-25 pounds of weight and an absolutely huge arm — there is no throw that he is physically incapable of making, and his windup/release is surprisingly quick for the amount of power he puts into it. He can also run, and has excellent speed and agility for a kid his size. In short, Pachall has all the tools and is going to be as good as he wants to be. To put it mildly, this is a huge addition for the Frogs.If Pachall stays true to his commitment, he’s in great shape to have a productive collegiate career. Assuming current Horned Frog quarterback Andy Dalton stars for three more years as many expect, then Pachall could start as just a sophomore if he redshirts his true freshman year. It’s a perfect situation — a redshirt year to grow, one year as a backup, then he takes the field for the next three. Very promising.

    • Offers:

    QB Tyrik Rollison 6-2/185/4.65 Sulphur Springs, TX #16 recruit in the country per Rivals, completed almost 70% of his passes in 2007 for 3,691 yards, 37 TDs and only 10 ints.  Also 554 yards rushing and 7 TDs.

    Others:

    TCU came within a whisker to having the top QB class for 2009 as Shavodrick Beaver came close to picking the Horned Frogs over Michi, but it didn’t happen.  Rollison is an athletic player with a good arm, but grades and other issues seem to make him a long shot.  Of the remaining QBs listed none seem to be getting a lot of attention from the coaches right now, but that could change.  Probably some re-evaluation as to whether to go after a JUCO such as Terrance Cain from Blinn or the former Nolan QB Sean Hakes who is at San Antonio CC in Walnut, CA to add experienced depth before Pachal & Gallegos get a chance to see some playing time.  Also there appears to be continued interest in Beaver and the coaches must feel they can be patient in deciding on the #2 QB in this class.

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