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Unofficially, Jeff Sims completed 13 of 18 passes for 225 yards and he was credited with one touchdown pass and two touchdown runs.
In a Saturday morning full-pads practice mostly devoted to scrimmaging, Sims threw accurately and decisively as the Yellow Jackets performed before a crowd of season-ticket holders and family members at Bobby Dodd Stadium. “I thought he was on target, moved the offense,” coach Geoff Collins said. “His demeanor, his presence, his footwork, his reads, his execution was at a really high level.”
Sims’ progress in the preseason is critical for an offense that appears to be strong in the running back department and OK with receivers and tight ends, but faces questions with the offensive line. Going into his third season as a starter, Sims will be responsible for directing the up-tempo scheme of new offensive coordinator Chip Long as players get accustomed to the offense.
Wide receiver Malachi Carter was the recipient of perhaps Sims’ best throw of the morning, bringing in a downfield pass up against the sideline against tight coverage from cornerback Zamari Walton.
The offensive line continues to be juggled as line coach Brent Key has tried different combinations since the start of camp Aug. 5. Collins said that “another really physical, competitive week of camp” is scheduled for this coming week after which lineups may get settled. As a two-year returning starter, offensive tackle Jordan Williams likely has a spot.
Collins also said that nickel corner and the four starting spots on the defensive line also have been competitive, although defensive end Keion White likely has one spot secure. On Friday, defensive tackles coach David Turner said that tackles D’Quan Douse and Makius Scott have been the most consistent performers at that position. Other competitors at tackle include Zeek Biggers, T.K. Chimedza, Akelo Stone and transfer Daniel Carson.
The practice left plenty of work to be done. While Sims led successful red-zone possessions, the play by both the offense and defense in two-minute drills was sloppy. In one-on-one pass-rush drills near the start of practice, the defensive line largely got the better of the offensive line, which either is a promising result for the defense or a worrisome one for the offense or both.
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In a Saturday morning full-pads practice mostly devoted to scrimmaging, Sims threw accurately and decisively as the Yellow Jackets performed before a crowd of season-ticket holders and family members at Bobby Dodd Stadium. “I thought he was on target, moved the offense,” coach Geoff Collins said. “His demeanor, his presence, his footwork, his reads, his execution was at a really high level.”
Sims’ progress in the preseason is critical for an offense that appears to be strong in the running back department and OK with receivers and tight ends, but faces questions with the offensive line. Going into his third season as a starter, Sims will be responsible for directing the up-tempo scheme of new offensive coordinator Chip Long as players get accustomed to the offense.
Wide receiver Malachi Carter was the recipient of perhaps Sims’ best throw of the morning, bringing in a downfield pass up against the sideline against tight coverage from cornerback Zamari Walton.
The offensive line continues to be juggled as line coach Brent Key has tried different combinations since the start of camp Aug. 5. Collins said that “another really physical, competitive week of camp” is scheduled for this coming week after which lineups may get settled. As a two-year returning starter, offensive tackle Jordan Williams likely has a spot.
Collins also said that nickel corner and the four starting spots on the defensive line also have been competitive, although defensive end Keion White likely has one spot secure. On Friday, defensive tackles coach David Turner said that tackles D’Quan Douse and Makius Scott have been the most consistent performers at that position. Other competitors at tackle include Zeek Biggers, T.K. Chimedza, Akelo Stone and transfer Daniel Carson.
The practice left plenty of work to be done. While Sims led successful red-zone possessions, the play by both the offense and defense in two-minute drills was sloppy. In one-on-one pass-rush drills near the start of practice, the defensive line largely got the better of the offensive line, which either is a promising result for the defense or a worrisome one for the offense or both.
Jeff Sims’ effective play highlights Georgia Tech scrimmage
Georgia Tech’s first full week of preseason practice ended with an encouraging performance by quarterback Jeff Sims.
