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Hahaha on MNF, Steve's list of the top 5 QBs comes up...
And after the likes of Peyton, Carson, et all., guess who's number 5?
Troy Smith. Amazing.
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11-20-2006, 08:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Oneshot
Hahaha on MNF, Steve's list of the top 5 QBs comes up...
And after the likes of Peyton, Carson, et all., guess who's number 5?
Troy Smith. Amazing.
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Yeah, I just saw that and was going to post about it. I knew Steve Young was one of my favorite players for a reason. Good stuff. 
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11-20-2006, 08:47 PM
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E$PN debates whether or not scUM deserves another shot. Here is the conclusion...
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...it's all good either way
Troy Smith will be in Glendale no matter what
Talk about punctuating a Heisman season. Saturday's game showed the story behind Smith's numbers – it's hard to think of the last time a college quarterback has looked as in control of games as Smith does. His posture is perfect, his timing precise, his patience virtuous. While Vince Young's legend was built on the uncommon ability to react to what was thrown at him, Smith seems to know what's going to happen before it does and is simply buying enough time to do what he wants to do. It's breathtaking; anyone who misses his last game must not have a clue.
And anyone who thinks Michigan, USC or any other team not playing on Sundays could beat Smith and the Buckeyes is foolish.
No matter the opponent, the next Heisman winner and the next national champion are Must-See TV.
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11-20-2006, 08:48 PM
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Todd McShay places Troy on his "stock up" list this week ...
http://insider.espn.go.com/ncf/insid...odd&id=2669240
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Smith completed 21 of his 26 passes during a first-half showing reminiscent of Vince Young's unforgettable second-half performance in Texas' Rose Bowl defeat of USC for the national championship last season. The senior gunslinger finished with 316 yards and four touchdowns in the 42-39 victory over archrival Michigan, earning Ohio State a trip to Glendale, Ariz., to play for the BCS championship on Jan. 8.
Smith took several hits from a blitz-happy Michigan defense, yet never seemed fazed. Despite the consistent pressure, Smith was able to see the entire field and distribute the ball among his talented corps of receivers. In the end, Ted Ginn Jr., Anthony Gonzalez, Brian Robiskie and Roy Hall each finished with three or more receptions and a touchdown catch. Finally, all Heisman Trophy discussions should cease. Smith will join Les Horvath, Vic Janowicz, Howard Cassady, Archie Griffin and Eddie George as the sixth Buckeye to take home college football's top individual honor at the Dec. 11 ceremony. Congratulations, Troy. Well deserved.
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On NFL Prime Time, Steve Young just jokingly named Troy Smith #5 on his list of Top 5 NFL QBs for the week. 
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11-20-2006, 08:51 PM
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http://insider.espn.go.com/ncf/insid...mel&id=2669141
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Ohio State-Michigan lived up to the hype, as did many of the marquee players on both teams. Most notable was the performance of Buckeyes quarterback Troy Smith, who continues to be at his best in the biggest games.
Smith's numbers are off the charts in his last two games against Michigan, the Fiesta Bowl against Notre Dame, and at Texas in September. In those four games combined, Smith has completed 69.7 percent of his passes for 1,227 yards, nine touchdowns and one interception. On Saturday, I thought Smith's biggest drive was immediately after Michigan took a 7-0 lead. He kept plays alive with his feet and completed nine of 11 passes to six different receivers to tie the score at 7-7.
Going forward as it pertains to next April's NFL draft, Smith's height could become a question as to whether he goes in the first or second round. He has not officially been measured by the NFL -- that will happen at the NFL combine or during an all-star game if he plays in one. Listed at 6-foot-1, is Smith more in the mold of Drew Brees or Shaun King? (Both were second-round picks and are about the same height as Smith.) Right now, I would project Smith to go between the 25th and 45th pick.
Three of Smith's nine completions on the opening drive went to senior wide receiver Roy Hall, including a 1-yard TD pass. Hall has been playing in the shadows of Ted Ginn Jr. and Anthony Gonzalez at Ohio State, but his size (6-2?, 238) could make him a late-round prospect if he runs well in pre-draft workouts.
On defense for the Buckeyes, I was impressed with defensive end Vernon Gholston (four tackles), who showed good pass-rushing moves and closing speed. He even gave Michigan offensive tackle Jake Long trouble at times.
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11-21-2006, 01:32 AM
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I remember tuning into Herbie's radio show in Columbus on NSD 2002. That segment really struck me because Herbie mentioned how big names such as Derek Morris may not pan out as well as the little guys such as Troy Smith. Herbie was also the first guy to make the Warren Moon comparison. He was right on in his evaluation of Troy Smith.
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11-21-2006, 04:27 AM
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37-21, 25-21, 42-39, 14-3. Bite it, Chad.
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just thought i would point out that on the NFL scale, Troy's passer rating for the season is 119.75 and for The Game (just '06) it's 115.5.
Peyton manning leads the NFL with a 100.5 rating.
i had some other stuff i wanted to say, but in reading all the tributes, i kind of went numb a little. well, maybe numb isn't the word, but something i can't put my finger on.. i mean i KNOW how special Troy Smith has been, and i KNOW how great the story is, but at the same time i am fearfully humbled by the magnitude of it all... i have a feeling that it will take me some time to REALLY appreciate how unbelievably awesome this ride has been.
thank you Troy, and thanks Coach Tressel. for everything...
man its great to be a Buckeye!
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11-21-2006, 09:36 AM
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