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Geno Smith on why he'll throw at the combine

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Geno Smith did a fairly long interview with 610Sports in Kansas City last week - on Feb. 13 - touching on multiple subjects leading into the NFL Combine.

Most notably, Smith confirmed news that he will do a full workout at the combine and told host Danny Parkins why he made the decision to do so.

“Honestly it’s just a matter of me getting out and competing and being able to show some coaches what I can do,” said Smith. “It’s only a little bit of who I am as a player but it’s still good to allow them see me throw live action…it’s good to be out there and compete and also just showcase my talents.”

When asked why do a full workouts considering other top quarterbacks have often skipped throwing at the combine, Smith said:

“Obviously I’m aware of that. And it was one of those situations, where I wanted to go and pretty much solidify that and shut everyone up. My agents, coaches, and people that are close to me held me back on that. They can’t hold me back from going out and throwing. That’s one of my strong suits. I believe that if you do well when the lights are on and the combine, is a perfect opp for met to go out and showcase my talents.

“I’m aware other quarterbacks may not have thrown. Those are their decisions…In my case, I made this decision and I told everyone that I’m pretty much tired of all the speculation and I’m ready really to go out there and end all of that.”

To listen to the full interview, click here.

 

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WVU inks another to Class of '13

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West Virginia has gotten another NLI for the Class of 2013 - Jacky Marcellus, a 5-8, 175 pound running back from Immokalee High School in Immokalee, Fla.

Marcellus brings the Class of 2013 to 26 players, including seven early enrollees and 18 who signed on Feb. 6, national signing day.

Here is his bio, courtesy WVU:

Jacky Marcellus, RB, 5-8, 175, Immokalee, Fla./Immokalee HS

Two-year starter and four-year letterwinner for coach Jerrod Ackley at Immokalee High … rushed for 374 yards and two scores as a senior with 25 receptions for 251 yards and two touchdowns before having knee surgery … helped team to an 11-4 record, district and regional championships and the state’s 5A championship game … running back MVP of the National Underclassmen (NUC) Five-Star Showcase in Orlando designed to identify America’s top juniors … rushed for 691 yards and 10 touchdowns as a junior, while catching 34 passes for 747 yards and seven touchdowns … also contributed 15 tackles and three interceptions on defense …  honorable mention all-state as a junior … ranked No. 24 on the Orlando Sentinel Florida Top 100 … three-star rating from rivals, Scout and ESPN … ranked as the No. 18 all-purpose back by rivals … also offered by Cincinnati, Minnesota, Rutgers and Vanderbilt.

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Bedenbaugh to Oklahoma

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West Virginia offensive line coach Bill Bedenbaugh is heading to Oklahoma for the same position.

The Charleston Gazette first reported the he accepted the position on Thursday night, and a Post-Gazette source has confirmed it.

Bedenbaugh was highly regarded as a coach and recruiter, is a significant loss for the program. He marks the fourth vacancy on Dana Holgorsen’s staff this offseason.

On Tuesday SoonerScoop.com reported Bedenbaugh had reached a deal with Oklahoma, but a day later Coach Bob Stoops said in a press release he hadn’t interviewed anyone for the job.

Update: The hire was formally announced by Oklahoma on Sunday.

"We are excited to welcome Bill and his family to the University of Oklahoma," said coach Stoops in a press release. "Bill is a passionate teacher and a demanding coach who I believe will make an immediate impact on our football team. His track record of developing physical and disciplined offensive linemen makes him an excellent fit for our program. Bill is also an accomplished recruiter who will join the rest of our staff in continuing to attract some of the nation's most talented student-athletes to Oklahoma."

Holgorsen fired cornerbacks coach Daron Roberts in December, then let longtime assistant Steve Dunalp go following the Pinstripe Bowl. Quarterbacks coach Jake Spavital was the third departure this offseason when he took a position with Texas A&M, and Bedenbaugh is the fourth.

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Smith heading to Gruden's QB camp

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West Virginia quarterback Geno Smith is one of nine quarterbacks who will participate in Jon Gruden’s ESPN show: “Gruden’s QB Camp” this spring.

According to a release sent out by ESPN, each prospect will visit Gruden’s office in Tampa, Fla. for a film session and most will will also participate in an on-field workout. Gruden calls his office the Fired Football Coaches Association (FFCA).

Air dates for the series is expected to be finalized in the next few weeks.

Nine of the top quarterbacks in the draft are scheduled to participate in Gruden’s QB Camp:

Smith will join Matt Barkley, (USC) Tyler Bray, (Tennessee), Zac Dysert (Miami, OH), Mike Glennon (N.C. State), Landry Jones (Oklahoma), EJ Manuel (Florida State), Ryan Nassib (Syracuse) and Tyler Wilson (Arkansas) on the series.

 

 

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Bedenbaugh's future?

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The rumors of Bill Bedenbaugh being a top candidate for the offensive line position open at Oklahoma, appear to have legs according to Post-Gazette sources.

Bedenbaugh worked with Sooners defensive coordinator Mike Stoops at Arizona for several years so the connection makes sense.

Oklahoma just lost O-line coach James Patton, (he was fired according to the Oklahoman) and Bedenbaugh’s name has surfaced as a top candidate to replace him.

Unclear how quickly this one will play out.

One Oklahoma media outlet - SoonerScoop.com - is reporting a deal has been reached, but that has not been independently confirmed.

Bedenbaugh, who is well regarded as a coach and recruiter, helped land several top tier prospects in the team’s class of 2013 that signed last week.

He helped land arguably the team’s most high profile recruit in Ohio WR Shelton Gibson, expected to play slot receiver, the position vacated by Tavon Austin.

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