…about this young man. He has the confidence and apparent intelligence to play the position well and comments like this

The way I study and the way I work and the way I understand — not just my responsibilities in the offense, but every single person’s responsibilities — I take pride in knowing all those things.

make me VERY excited to see it all unfold.

Out of curiosity I checked G-Mac’s ranking among pro-style QB’s back in 2006. Rivals gave him three stars and and ranked him as #11. Interesting #12: Sam Bradford, also at 3 stars. Also of note:

1. Matthew Stafford, 5*
2. Mitch Mustain, 5*
7. Neil Caudle, 4* (Auburn)
8. Chris Smelley, 4* (UA…baseball?)

I think this is a good example of how prospect rankings can be one of many possible indicators of a QB’s success, but are by no means the end-all, be-all factor. I mean just look at Smelley—higher ranking and more stars than last year’s Heismann winner, and now he’s a backstop. On the other hand, had he gone to a different school, under a different system and coaching staff, who knows? G-Mac IS in a good program, is under a great coaching staff and by next season will have been working with coach McElwain for a year and a half. These are all positives, and like LittleSis mentioned his character and work ethic is a major plus, and I too am cautiously optimistic.

Let’s hope our O-line can come together for whoever lines up under center, and we develop a second receiving threat for Senator Julio. Our stable of backs look good, but I would feel much better if we get Upchurch back healthy.

…had a work ethic like this and look where it took us in 2008. After being a backup for so long with little playing time, I’m very glad to see some information get out about G-Mac. Can’t wait for A-Day!!!

Just that TD pass last year against the barn is enough. If he is as hard working as he says he is. Then we are in for a good season this year.