We saw some good BOLD predictions for the Irish in 2014 on Rockne's
Roundtable and we thought we would share some and comment on them. We passed on the too bold of predictions
posted, i.e. undefeated season, Heisman Trophy talk, National Championships and
so on.
Malik Zaire will have
at least one TD pass and one rush TD in non-trivial game situations, meaning
not when the game has already been decided. This could be either due to Golson
injury or wrinkles introduced in the offense with 2 QBs in the game. The latter
is preferred. - from NDPR
Although I don't think this is a bold prediction I do think
and hope that Malik Zaire does get some playing time as an opportunity to see
what he has, prepare for the future and build up some confidence. Of course this should happen because we want
it to not because it has to because of injury or poor play by Golson.
Ben Koyack will be
out-performed by Durham Smythe. - from ND89
I doubt it. However
It having Smythe emerge as a very effective number two tight end would be nice.
Greg Bryant will lead
the team in rushing yards. - from Tom Loy
Possible but not probable with McDaniel and Folston
returning.
Jaylon Smith will earn
All American honors - from Tshea
No. At least not
first team. A more realistic bold
prediction would be an Honorable Mention somewhere or a long shot of third
team.
Golson announces after
Bowl Game he's turning pro with a mid to late 2nd round grade. - from BMD
Possible, but he would be more likely a later lick than 2nd
round.
Russell wins the
Thorpe award for best DB. - from Amosirish03 & Russell becomes a consensus All
American. - from BMD
It looked like that may be a fair thought after his freshman
season however his sophomore campaign would make me think twice about either one
of these.
