Syracuse Football: 5 questions with Middle Tennesse PxP Chip Walters

MURFREESBORO, TN - SEPTEMBER 02: Head coach Rick Stockstill of the Middle Tennessee State University Blue Raiders watches from the sideline during the second half of a 28-6 loss to the Vanderbilt Commodores at Floyd Stadium on September 2, 2017 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images) /

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Paul A. Esden Jr. (@BoyGreen25):

Lets break down the Blue Raiders quarterback, Brent Stockstill. He’s the head coaches son and the stats last year were phenomenal. Is he a dual threat guy or more of a pocket passer?

Chip Walters (@Chip_Walters):

Last week after adapting the game plan the Blue Raiders had success when they started moving the pocket and avoiding the rush. Brent is athletic and quick. Make no bones about it, they’re going to run him. Especially considering the loss of the 1,500 yard back Mathers who we talked about earlier, he ended up signing on with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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So yes their intention is to run him more, but not necessarily as a true dual threat, but certainly enough to keep the defense honest. While the thing is, Brent’s not afraid to run. Over the offseason he had shoulder surgery that involved an arduous rehab process. He’s a tough kid and he’s not afraid to get his nose in there. Brent operates best when the lights are on and he’s just playing football. Stockstill won’t be a statue back in the pocket that’s for sure.

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