This game was played in Ft Thomas led by Two very talented Freshman QB’s. 
 

 

Another day and another cookie...

Did Rio play? He didn’t play last night. He should be playing JV if he doesn’t play on Friday nights. 

1 hour ago, QBH said:

Did Rio play? He didn’t play last night. He should be playing JV if he doesn’t play on Friday nights. 

I believe that Rio and declined opportunities to play JV in the past this year.   Again, I am not in the know but that’s the word I’ve heard from multiple people so it must be true ?.

I asked the same question today of a couple coaches. Kinda makes sense. Most people believe if you aren’t getting quality snaps in varsity then you need reps on JV level if eligible. Coaches told me that if Rio would get hurt in a JV game, then there’s no backup to Brode. Brody got banged on a lot last night. Ran the ball some 25+ times. Need to make sure your back up is healthy. Rio has gotten some quality snaps on varsity. If called upon, I think he could fill in. No where Brody’s level but capable. Sounds like an excuse but like I said, kinda makes sense. Next QB’s in line are both freshman. 
 

I am in the boat that Rio should be getting snaps on JV, but like I said, what the coaches told me today kinda makes sense. After watching todays JV game, it would not have helped Rio to play imo. 

6 hours ago, QBH said:

Did Rio play? He didn’t play last night. He should be playing JV if he doesn’t play on Friday nights. 

Rio played in all 4 quarters of varsity action.  He was the QB or holder on every PAT and field goal.  He’s a very talented passing QB.  Last night was smash time.  The two freshmen apparently have JV well covered. 

11 hours ago, Bluebird said:

Rio played in all 4 quarters of varsity action.  He was the QB or holder on every PAT and field goal.  He’s a very talented passing QB.  Last night was smash time.  The two freshmen apparently have JV well covered. 

That’s great that he got to be the holder for extra points in all four quarters Friday night but that doesn’t give him game reps at Qb. 
I  agree he is going to be a great Qb at Highlands but he still needs live game reps against a defense. 
 The comment you made about the two freshmen holding down the JV just proves my point. They’re playing in two football games a week against live action.Just my opinion 

On 9/23/2023 at 3:28 PM, throwback32 said:

I believe that Rio and declined opportunities to play JV in the past this year.   Again, I am not in the know but that’s the word I’ve heard from multiple people so it must be true ?.

Wow, how times have changed! DECLINED opportunity to play? JV is an opportunity to improve your skills in a game situation. Must be a really good player.

With Rio likely running the show starting next season, will the younger, current Freshman QBs transition to new positions or patiently wait for their Senior seasons? Always a tough situation to have a stud playing the same position. 

11 hours ago, ProblemChild said:

With Rio likely running the show starting next season, will the younger, current Freshman QBs transition to new positions or patiently wait for their Senior seasons? Always a tough situation to have a stud playing the same position. 

Why would they change positions? Whoever is the QB#1 is at the time would now be only One play from the Backup playing. That's something the Program is trying to make sure never happens but it's reality. If Rio doesn't play JV this year then it is what it is. He is getting some pretty good Live reps in practice I'm guessing. And let's not forget there is a Freshman coming behind Rio with special pedigree. Lorenzen is just different. Watch him play, he is just different. Highlands is in a good situation unlike some teams in their District. Some studs QB's but how many have formidable backups that could get it done at a High level when QB#1 goes down. I can name two right off the top of my head. I'm guessing both wouldn't be putting their JV QB's in that situation while the Ship sinks. Good problem to have in Ft Thomas with multiple choices. That tells me Highlands is rebuilding a cupboard like Highlands has had in the past.

On 9/23/2023 at 3:28 PM, throwback32 said:

I believe that Rio and declined opportunities to play JV in the past this year.   Again, I am not in the know but that’s the word I’ve heard from multiple people so it must be true ?.

Multiple people told you In correct Info! Rio will be plenty ready even by not playing JV. No player in our program picks and chooses when and where they play. If we feel a player needs extra development by playing they will dress JV. Otherwise we have bigger goals. 

The Team is planning to play 9 more weeks and need everyone Healthy no matter the sacrifices made that just don't make sense to everyone else….

The part about having a healthy varsity capable backup makes sense if Benke were to get hurt. A JV game does present a risk of injury as does any live action. It’s a fine line. You have to trust the coach is doing right for the future of the player and making the best decision for the good of the current team at the same time. Both are valid arguments.