We definitely have to cut him some slack this season. It's a pretty big jump from FCS to FBS. Not only is he going to have to find players that fit his system, but he's going to have to adjust his system for the change in speed at this level. Next season 4 to 5 wins is respectable. After that, it should be a minimum of 7 if we're headed in the right direction. 🤞🏾
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great summary on whos coming... (check out Kam Thomas!).
Taco, do you think McNamara fits into this offense? I have heard positive things about him, but his lack of size is concerning.
Which one are you talking about?
I'll say QB no. He had a pretty bad concussion. I'm not sure this offense is going to protect him from further head injuries.
WR definitely! He's really quick and finds hole in zone. Man is where he can excel. He sets people up nicely for his break.
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Scotty was recruiting him at Austin Peay. He had offers from bama and auburn -- the obvious reason is nobody signs a 6'4" 265 Tight End -- he's too big for TE at either of those schools ... great pickup he can either cut some weight or play on the line HUGE score for UTEP.
Hey PoppaPop,
Are you related to Coach Walden or following him from Austin Peay? Seems like you have a connection.
HA -- ive been asked that a bunch... Promise you I am not related to Coach Walden. No secret i followed AP for a few years and now I am very excited to be a UTEP fan!!!
I am not Scotty's Dad and I am not a stalker obviously I have some connection but its not with Scotty
We are glad to have you. But you can never leave us. We will find you.
Yep, I was referring to Jake, the QB. Gotta have that QB1.
I have a feeling I will be a miner during a great run.... my first time in El Paso will be the first of the year looking forward to it!!
I hope so man. I desperately need a fresh pair of eyes to continue supporting UTEP. It always feels like we’re going through it.
Man -- from what i see ... a great stadium in the SUN BOWL. Great passionate committed fans -- game days must be epic in El Paso (I wont miss any)...
Only thing missing is a positive outlook and results and I'm confident thats about to change.
Only thing missing is a positive outlook and results and I'm confident thats about to change.
My guess is our QB situation will be between the AP transfer and Shay Smith. Probably a two QB system until Shay Smith develops more as a QB.
I remember the good ole days when I had a positive outlook. When every new season was an opportunity to do something different. But then 20 years later I’m exhausted and running out of smiles.
Well JCorona... I think you all have waited long enough. Its UTEPs time CUSA is a league that has parity and i believe we can compete for the title . Someone said 5 wins next year -- well heck if we can get 5 why not a 6th and go to a bowl game!
By any chance are you rich?? Can you donate ? UTEP a indoor practice field. Utep needs some new rich donors.
Wait, we only have 5 home games this year? Who screwed up the schedule?
I like where your head is at here -- the Jax State game is the only home game that worries me... we BEAT NMSU, LATECH and shock the world with a win against one of the big 3 (Nebraska, UT, CState) and go bowling
I wish i had that kinda money... I would buy a house and stay there for the entire season AND oversee the building of an indoor facility. Let's hope Scotty can convince some rich guy to donate the funds. we do need it -- I was blown away by UTSAs facility - WOW.
Austin Peay had a bubble. small one but they had it.
That is not next years schedule. The non-conference portion is set and UTEP will only have 5 home games. Kennesaw St is joining next year, so they could replace a team, or we could see some “repeat” games from this year’s conference schedule.
I'll make an early prediction after Februarys signings and spring ball. It's way too early.
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Arthur Lewis IV is a 5-10, 175-pound Athlete from Jacksonville, FL.
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Jacksonville, FL kid. I dig recruiting Florida.
If he starts winning, the funds will come, corporate and boosters. It has happened over the years. It's been a rough, rough ten years for UTEP football. UTEP tried the old coach route for decades: Bailey, Nord (Assistant under Bailey and assitant from Schnellenberger coaching tree), Price, Kugler and Dimel.
Not since the David Lee era has UTEP put their trust in a "young, up and comer". David Lee was a young assistant and same age as Coach Scotty (mid 30's) from Arkansas but his ground based option offense struggled at UTEP. -UTEP HIRES DAVID LEE
Under Bailey/Nord era excitement grew and capital improvement projects happened and some planned out that never saw an actual shovel pierce the dirt. However, Price raised expectations even higher. No reason to think it can't happen under Coach Scotty.
Connection found... (I think)
Walden Announces Wefense Coordinator/Miner Backs Coach Joe Pappalardo to Staff - UTEP Miners
EL PASO – UTEP Football Head Coach Scotty Walden, a day after signing 23 new Miners, continued to add staff members as he announced the hiring of Joe Pappalardo
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Isn't that the kid from Vegas Vacation?Connection found... (I think)
Walden Announces Wefense Coordinator/Miner Backs Coach Joe Pappalardo to Staff - UTEP Miners
EL PASO – UTEP Football Head Coach Scotty Walden, a day after signing 23 new Miners, continued to add staff members as he announced the hiring of Joe Pappalardo
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Also competes in track & field events. Clocked a 11.75 in the 100-meter dash in April of 2023. Also posted a 20-5 effort in the long jump. ---- 2024:...
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Going after bigger fish in Nebraska? Should try the panhandle/SW Nebraska. Big boys up there.Chase Loftin, Millard South , Tight End
Also competes in track & field events. Clocked a 11.75 in the 100-meter dash in April of 2023. Also posted a 20-5 effort in the long jump. ---- 2024:...
Signed one from MTSU’s back yard.
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😂 that’s a new one usually get Johnny football.
😂 Caught me. youngest special teams coordinator in all of FBS.Connection found... (I think)
Walden Announces Wefense Coordinator/Miner Backs Coach Joe Pappalardo to Staff - UTEP Miners
EL PASO – UTEP Football Head Coach Scotty Walden, a day after signing 23 new Miners, continued to add staff members as he announced the hiring of Joe Pappalardo
If true, welcome. Glad to have you here (and in el paso too).
Well, I took that to mean he's Coach Pop's Poppa, not Coach Pop himself. But what do I know?
