Lu Yiqi and Latimer have different ideas about the offensive forward draft favorites.

First of all, Jason Smith's physical fitness is indeed strong. In this year, when he is known as the "year of the offensive front line", his physical talent can still rank at the top. This is an advantage and strength worthy of recognition, and it has indeed shown the huge potential of the offensive front line.

Secondly, Jason Smith's shortcomings are also objective. His defensive position at Baylor University is at two points, that is, standing on both sides to compete, often able to complete excellent pocket protection. He can make full use of his physical talent to complete the confrontation in a one-on-one single fight or one-on-two weak situation, but his ability to dismantle ground propulsion is mediocre.

This also means that Jason Smith has no way to provide the ability to open the ground attack, which is indeed not in line with Lu Yiqi's expectations.

Judging from the current analysis of professionals, they have also discussed the characteristics of Jason Smith, and believe that the ground dismantling ability should be able to slowly grow after entering the league, so it will not affect his draft prospects; however, the real reason for Lu Yiqi to choose Jason Smith is not because of ground defense, but because of the tactical awareness of the offensive front line.

Jason Smith's turn is too slow, and his 305-pound (138 kilograms) body is even a bit bulky, which makes him consciously avoid his shortcomings, habitually engage in positional battles during the offense, and use physical brute force to complete the game, but does not have the ability to interpret flexibly and maneuver.

How to say it?

It can be understood in this way that he is a very, very excellent meat shield, who can be competent for the role of a puppet, but what Lu Yiqi needs is not just a meat shield, but the establishment of the entire tactical system, the coordination and interaction between the offensive front line, the passing offense, and the ground offense. This is the direction of transformation that Lu Yiqi is looking forward to.

Now the Green Bay Packers' offensive front line is actually five meat shields, but they lack tactical awareness. Jason Smith is indeed a better meat shield, but only limited to this, there is no more. So, is it cost-effective to trade a first round pick to exchange for a slightly better meat shield?

As Latimer said just now, Lu Yiqi likes players with "great wisdom". He likes players to analyze and study games, and has a spirit of exploration.

As the cornerstone of the entire league, blue-collar players do not mean that they are all puppets. Their tactical awareness is limited? But they are still willing to consider the coach's tactics? Only by getting rid of the role player can you truly exert your energy and gain a long-term foothold in the league.

The difference is that role players can be replaced at any time? But not all blue-collar players can be replaced.

Therefore, Lu Yiqi always prefers players who are willing to study and study? Even blue-collar players are no exception.

Even if we put aside the foreseeable future that Lu Yiqi can be, just look at it from the current state? Jason Smith is not the style that Lu Yiqi likes.

"In the past year? Has he made progress?" Lu Yiqi asked again. Latimer was active on the front line and could gain more attention from the players close to the distance.

Latimer shook his head? “Is it still a player who is used to using his body to complete the game? I can’t keep up with your tactical rhythm. After entering the league, I also need to go through some hardships to learn the tactical manual. So, you still prefer players with a flexible mind.”

"That must also be seen whether intelligence is used in the right things." Lu Yiqi said meaningfully. At this moment, Freeman waved at Lu Yiqi again? Sanchez, not far away, watched coldly, but began to practice passing the ball silently. The invisible sparks were spreading.

Now it seems that Freeman and Sanchez are both smart people? When Lu Yiqi was still at Kansas State University, he was willing to continue to use Freeman as the starting quarterback - his lack of choice was the most important reason? But Freeman's intelligence is also one of the reasons that cannot be ignored.

As for whether their intelligence is used on the edge? Everyone depends on their abilities.

Lu Yiqi gestured to Freeman's jaw head? You can see many players next to you eager to try, and prepare to show off yourself well.

For rookie players, young coaches are actually more attractive. Because they are young, they are more open and get along better, and the team atmosphere should be better - the Green Bay Packers players may have something to say - but no matter what, after winning the Super Bowl, Lu Yiqi became even more popular.

Lu Yiqi could also feel the enthusiasm on the training ground. Instead of continuing to maintain his poker face, he chuckled. He was indeed different from other expressionless scouts and coaches. Then Lu Yiqi tilted his head and said to Latimer, "After going back, can you organize a report from Jason Smith to me? I'm more curious about your perspective than scouts."

"What? Need to explain to the team manager?" Latimer immediately saw through Lu Yiqi's abacus. Since he was not going to choose Jason, why should he organize the report?

Lu Yiqi chuckled, "We need to explain to the entire league. Now everyone is looking forward to me choosing to transform the offensive front line. How can we disappoint them?"

In fact, it is just a smoke bomb.

Latimer's lips twitched slightly. He felt that Lu Yiqi seemed to be born as a material for the head coach. These conspiracies and tricks seemed to be easily picked up in Lu Yiqi's hands, and there was no difficulty at all. No wonder so many old foxes were trapped in the hands of this little fox.

Latimer changed the subject, "I think you should pay attention to Alex Mack, the University of California, compared to Jason Smith."

"Berkeley?" Lu Yiqi asked casually.

The University of California has a series of branches, Los Angeles, Berkeley, San Diego, etc. Each school has its own football team, among which UCLA is undoubtedly the strongest and most famous; and the University of California, Berkeley is Aaron Rogers' alma mater.

Usually, each team plays on NCAA, and each team plays their own games; but in the draft, these teams will not divide into specific branches, but will use the title of "University of California" to appear.

"Well." Latimer nodded slightly in agreement, "6.33 feet (193 cm), 311 pounds (141 kg), very standard figure, good strength and speed; and, you can see some tactical awareness, you can observe it up close, I think you will like it."

Lu Yiqi paused for a moment and his voice rose, "Center?" It was very surprising, because his figure was indeed standard, and the image immediately appeared in his mind.

Ratimer did not deny it, but turned his head to look over, "I thought you were a person who was willing to break prejudice." He seemed to be blaming Lu Yiqi for his surprise.

Lu Yiqi laughed in silence, "Even if I am willing to break the prejudice, you should allow me to be surprised."
Chapter completed!