Which is Florida state entering South Carolina DB Jammie Robinson transfer?
According to John Whittle of The Big Spur, Robinson is an ‘All-ACC caliber’ player when engaged and used correctly. Whittle gives us a privileged perspective of when Robinson was at his best in South Carolina, why he had a setback last season and what he brings to FSU …
1. Jammie had a big freshman campaign in 2019. What did he do particularly well about making his mark and being nominated for the SEC freshman team?
“Robinson was the holder in the nickel position and won that honor with Gamecocks, following Jaycee Horn Freshman All-SEC being nickel in the previous year. For me, what makes Robinson a very good player is that he has the ability to cover and the desire to be a physical defender. Sometimes the guys who cover don’t want to hit, and the guys who want to hit sometimes can’t cover. For me, he’s a perfect nickel guy. Part of what made him very good as a freshman was that he played defense with a bunch of veterans to help him. Not to take anything away from him, since he was a great player in his own right and deserved it, but he entered, learned quickly and played with great confidence ”.
2. It looks like some of Jammie’s efficiency metrics dropped last season. Based on watching his game, did your game really slow down a bit? If so, how much and do you have any theory as to why there was a decline from year 1 to year 2?
“The entire defense played poorly throughout the season this year. Robinson moved around a bit playing both nickel and safety, but mainly in the safety position. I think he could be good there too, but there is no doubt that people in that position The group played very selfishly throughout the year. Only a defensive back (Horn) played good football this year. It is difficult to judge any individual member particularly harshly this year, as the defense was so bad as a group . In my opinion, I didn’t look like Robinson was playing with the same advantage. “
3. Ultimately, what kind of FSU player are you getting in Jammie? Does he also bring versatility to the table like Keir?
“The state of Florida is hosting an All-ACC player in Robinson. When he is right, they are taking a player who behaves with confidence and plays with an advantage. I love Robinson for coins and if the Seminoles play it like his base defense, or use it a lot, I think that’s where he fits best. I like him close to the scrimmage line, but he can cover it too. My feeling is that he can play safely too, bringing some versatility. opt-outs season, the numbers were very low in high school here and the coaches were optimistic that Robinson could play a corner kick too, and he was the fourth guy in that position.