Tuesday's Tidbits With AJ (August 31, 2021)
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We are back with another premium members only feature. Our Tuesday's Tidbits is a mix of recruiting news, football analysis and other takes you won't find anywhere else.
* In case you were wondering, Deon Jones was not on the depth chart because of a knee injury sustained in the Virginia game last season. Hafley has said that he hopes that he returns at some point this season. Guessing he won't be back until at least the Missouri game.
* It's just incredible to look at BC's recruiting on offense and see where they are going in the future. The Eagles are going to be stacked with weapons at wide receiver, running back, and tight end for the next few years. Jaden Williams, Taji Johnson, Lewis Bond and Joseph Griffin will be a heck of a wide receiver group. Xavier Coleman, CJ Clinkscales, Alex Broome, and Cam Barfield at running back with Charlie Gordinier, Matt Regan and Jeremiah Franklin at tight end. At this point the biggest concern has to be quarterback (if Phil Jurkovec leaves).
* Also I think the depth chart showcased what could be the future of the BC offensive line: Kevin Cline, Ozzy Trapilo, Drew Kendall, Jack Conley, and the returning Christian Mahogany all are in line to start next year. Very solid group right there.
* In case you missed it on Locked on Boston College, Sione Hala the four star defensive back/linebacker commit will be visiting Chestnut Hill for the Virginia Tech game. He also talked extensively about trying to get his teammates to come to BC as well.
* Have heard some concerns about the big boys up front on the defensive side of the ball. I don't think they are in as dire of shape as some may say. Nigel Tate, Kwan Williams will be factors sooner than later, along with Izaiah Henderson, Khris Banks and Cam Horsley. While the Eagles have an absolute defensive monster, Boubacar Traore, a four star defensive tackle coming in '23.
* When looking at Saturday's depth chart remember we are looking at an incomplete picture. While there may be questions like "Where is Ethon Williams?", remember the chart doesn't include an injury report. That could complete the picture, but unfortunately we have to wait until Saturday to report on that.
* Just want to go on record to say that I'm not a big fan of using Zay Flowers on punt returns. It's not as violent as a kick return, but I hate using your most valuable wide receiver on special teams like that, too big of an injury risk.
* In terms of football recruiting, things should heat up again tomorrow as September 1st is the end of another dead period. Expect more offers, and visits set up.
* On the basketball front, '22 Donald Hand Jr. is going to visit Boston College according to reports. The four star guard, still looks like an NC State lean, but don't count out the Eagles. A visit can change the complexion of a recruitment.