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The way I see it, this will depend on the results of AA's adjudication. if he is convicted, it is likely he won't return at which point it will be Richardson with Rice, Kaigler and Couamin battling at number two, possibly Macon while Abnar serves as a change of pace/speedster. if he is able to return to the team, I think it will be AA and Richardson and the real fun comes with who will be the number three back

That is def gonna be a camp battle to watch for, that's for sure. Also, like someone said before the backup QB battle between Shashaty n Masha will be good

I agree with you guys regarding the RB situation if AA is allowed to return. It would definitely be a good problem to have... I have no "insider" info, but I really hope AA is able to come back and compete.

I think the thing that happens is same as last year IF he is CLEARED and allowed back he really wont be in football shape so there will be some games missed there, then when he comes back he has to find his niche in the rotation with the guys that have been there. Then like what was said most likely he battles with Richardosn for carries as the 1 and 2/3 spot becomes hot and heavy. Like Bill Belichek and Mike Shanahan say competition is a good thing.

[LUnpretty11]

THe thing that is to be considered is you don't want AA being a distraction because you have to think that the guys are aware of what has gone on with his situation and how its been handled by Coach Gill and the staff

He is definitely not a distraction by any stretch of the imagination. And forbidden - he's in shape. This whole trial case thing could really turn out interesting in AA's favor. If he is not convicted/charged then he will be allowed back on the team where he will be greeted with open arms. The guy was protecting a teammate, the "victim" is hardly that. Would love to see this go the way it should... AA has made some mistakes, but he is a great guy and loved by everyone on that team.

[olldflame]

IMHO simply being ruled not guilty of a crime, or even having charges dismissed does not necessarily mean AA should be welcomed back with open arms. We need to set our own standards for what is aceptable behavior for an athlete representing Liberty University, and I would hope that does not only exclude things which are illegal. If he was just helping a friend and is guilty only of being stronger, faster and tougher than the other guy in the fight, I can see where it may be possible.

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THe thing that is to be considered is you don't want AA being a distraction because you have to think that the guys are aware of what has gone on with his situation and how its been handled by Coach Gill and the staff

He is definitely not a distraction by any stretch of the imagination. And forbidden - he's in shape. This whole trial case thing could really turn out interesting in AA's favor. If he is not convicted/charged then he will be allowed back on the team where he will be greeted with open arms. The guy was protecting a teammate, the "victim" is hardly that. Would love to see this go the way it should... AA has made some mistakes, but he is a great guy and loved by everyone on that team.

I can dig what your saying, but there is a big difference in being in football shape and being in shape. I saw him a cpl weeks ago at a FNL and yea the guy does look in shape, but he will have missed all of training camp with his TEAM. I hope he does come back that only makes the TEAM better imo. Teams will definitely have a hard time corralling both of those big bruisers. I know if you hold out in the league very few can come in and play even after a long holdout so I am sure he is no different. If he is found NG then I would expect him to not have to be sat for another game or two for conduct detrimental to team. His case will be Aug 21 a week before 1st game, so rest assured that's game 1 already, he may be able to travel but I don't think he will see game action. Not to be picking on him per say but didn't he miss the Wake Forest game last year also. All in all AA seems like a good guy, and hope he does get this straightened out for the betterment of himself foremost and the team.

[BJWilliams]

I probably should have clarified. With the situation that he has been in (with all the legal wrangling and what not), that if he is allowed back on the team when all this is over and done with, upon his return to the locker room, that situation will be on the minds of his teammates, particularly the running backs.

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I probably should have clarified. With the situation that he has been in (with all the legal wrangling and what not), that if he is allowed back on the team when all this is over and done with, upon his return to the locker room, that situation will be on the minds of his teammates, particularly the running backs.

I feel you on that, but with that being said IF he wasn't in trouble the only possible difference would be that CR may not be in an LU uniform. The depth chart still would have most likely been the same, but I understand that if(when, keeping hope alive) AA comes back, either someone's carries will be diminished or either someone's catches will diminish. I'm sure the staff will try and put together a thunder and lightning type game plan if both are there. If TG is a running first type coach then LU is gonna just ground and pound then play action teams to death.

[Sly Fox]

Based on nothing more than the roster listing and the fact that he has been seen in pictures of the team's activities around Lynchburg this summer, I get the feeling that there is a very good chance we could see Aldreakis back this fall depending on the legal outcome.

[LUnpretty11]

I probably should have clarified. With the situation that he has been in (with all the legal wrangling and what not), that if he is allowed back on the team when all this is over and done with, upon his return to the locker room, that situation will be on the minds of his teammates, particularly the running backs.

Beej if he isn't charged then he will be allowed back on the team. This is not even close to an Asa type situation. And I'm pretty sure everyone will be thrilled upon his return to the locker room (except for maybe D. Rice).

You'd have Richardson and Allen in the backfield. So basically substitute Richardson for Holloway. That'd be a ridiculously stacked backfield, and help make our offense one of the most feared offenses in the nation (FCS*).

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[BJWilliams]

We shall see on that last one...by the way, how is the Mrs?

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I probably should have clarified. With the situation that he has been in (with all the legal wrangling and what not), that if he is allowed back on the team when all this is over and done with, upon his return to the locker room, that situation will be on the minds of his teammates, particularly the running backs.

Beej if he isn't charged then he will be allowed back on the team. This is not even close to an Asa type situation. And I'm pretty sure everyone will be thrilled upon his return to the locker room (except for maybe D. Rice).

You'd have Richardson and Allen in the backfield. So basically substitute Richardson for Holloway. That'd be a ridiculously stacked backfield, and help make our offense one of the most feared offenses in the nation (FCS*).

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There will be a lot of competition in this RB group, especially if AA gets cleared and can return to the team. As for Rice I wouldn't count him out so suddenly, he has gained the respect of his coaches and teammates with his hard work and deserved to be at the top of the depth chart after spring. I know the kid personally and he and Allen are friends so i'm sure he would love to see this situation work out for Aldreakis. However the rotation looks between the three of them this coming fall I think we can expect great things in the flames running game this season.

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I probably should have clarified. With the situation that he has been in (with all the legal wrangling and what not), that if he is allowed back on the team when all this is over and done with, upon his return to the locker room, that situation will be on the minds of his teammates, particularly the running backs.

Beej if he isn't charged then he will be allowed back on the team. This is not even close to an Asa type situation. And I'm pretty sure everyone will be thrilled upon his return to the locker room (except for maybe D. Rice).

You'd have Richardson and Allen in the backfield. So basically substitute Richardson for Holloway. That'd be a ridiculously stacked backfield, and help make our offense one of the most feared offenses in the nation (FCS*).


the first im sure u r correct, and it does sort of suck
second, do u think that AA starts over CR or is it other way around with CR ans AA as the backup and still D. Rice being a lil bit salty
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[BJWilliams]

I would think that, under that dynamic, Richardson would get the start unless AA shows that he hasnt had much if any fall off from the end of last season when he returns.