Why wait until next year? He already has 219 yards and leads the team. By a large margin. Even if you took out his 96 yarder, he would be behind Newman and lead the RBs in rushing with 21 carries for 123 yards (5.9 ypc). CBS has 36 for 119 (3.3 ypc) and Carney has 25 for 105 (4.2 ypc).
Walker still needs improvement in those running back tasks that don't involve running with the football. Picking up blitzers is one of those. He needs to recognize the blitzer and effectively block him. Also needs to improve "help blocking" with the linemen.
Might have been in spring ball, but it is clear Walker heard loud and clear. If you go back to watch the replay of game Walker absolutely throws a huge block on incoming LB or DB that opened the hole for Jamie to pound into the endzone and then a great celebration by him after he sees Jamie dog crawling in the endzone.
I'm cool with that. Problem is Cade has missed two games and somebody has to run the ball between the tackles.
is it “those areas” or just pass protection?
I understand the love for Walker, but I noticed on the replay of Newman's second TD run, that CBS threw a wicked block on a DL or LB. Reminded me of same 'tude that Hinton showed 3 years ago during the FSU game. Looks like CBS is taking care of our stud QB
Just a reminder how good this staff is. Walker is a flip from Kent State.