Position Preview: Wide Receivers
This is the fourth part of our of our offensive position preview series. We have so far covered quarterbacks, tight ends, and running backs. Today we will take a look at the wide receiver position group.
This group is lead by All-American Jake Wieneke but after him there are question marks as to who will emerge. Because of the attention that opposing defenses will be paying to Wieneke and Dallas Goedert there is great potential for a third option to emerge. Coach Robert Arnheim is in his second year as the receiver coach. Arnheim says he feels very fortunate to have such a special group to work with. They've been able to recruit an amazing level of talent and that is creating awesome competition at the position.
Arnheim pointed to the intelligence of the room as a strength and as a huge benefit for the offense. "Because the group is smart, it allows us to use multiple formations and each receiver can play multiple spots in those formations." Because the receivers are smart and interchangeable they can play fast. Coach Arnehim stressed how important it is for the young players to continue to grow and improve and control what they can control. Because of the depth, each player needs to do their best on every rep.
Coach described his position group as selfless (which is unique for a wide receiver room) and filled with leaders. "They keeping raising the standards of the room and everyone is comfortable pushing one another." They are a fun group and love playing football, which is incredibly important.
#19 Jake Wieneke was voted a team captain for his senior year. For his career he has recorded 223 receptions for 4192 yards and 43 touchdowns. He is an incredible talent and should drafted between the 4th and 6th round next spring. Wieneke seems to make every catch that his thrown his direction and then is a handful to get to the ground because of his size and speed. Arnheim shared that there is no secret to Jake's success. He is incredibly consistent. He is the first on the field for warm-ups and the last one off. He's never late and he's always prepared. This things sound easy, but many players don't always bring this attitude and commitment. Look for Jake to have another great year!
#11 Marquise Lewis returns as a sophomore after recording 12 receptions for 166 yards. Lewis possesses great quickness and change of direction as a weapon out of the slot. Last year Lewis handled the punt return position with great poise. He is consistent and confident in his abilities. Arneheim said he also is a really fun player to coach and be around.
#10 Alex Wilde, a junior, has been known for his big play potential. Last year he collected 9 receptions for 114 yards and 2 touchdowns. Wilde was forced to play as a true freshman and has used that experience to mentor the younger players. In Arnheim's estimation, Wilde may be the "hardest working player" in a room full of hard workers.
#1 Jacob Brown played as a true freshman last season and had 2 receptions for 4 yards. Arnheim was impressed with how well Brown went about his business last year and how he picked up the playbook so quickly. He has really improved this off season and should have a big season.
#89 Jacob Menage secured his first catch last year as a junior and is ready to help the team with his heart and leadership. Menage is known as a great teammate and leader.
#15 Cade Johnson, #81 Paddy Devlin, and #82 Patrick Burmeister are ready to contribute following their redshirt seasons. Johnson had an excellent spring and summer and may be a player to watch. Devlin has exceptional size for the position and could be a factor in jump ball situations. Burmeister works his tail off every practice.
The receiver group is joined this year by incoming freshmen #9 Keenan Orr, #18 Deyon Campbell, #20 Michael Wandmaker, #39 Jake Aanderud, #84 Isaiah Hill, and #87 Adam Heien. All of these players are incredibly talented. Orr and Wandmaker possess great size. Aanderud and Heien were both dynamic play makers for their respective high school teams. Campbell and Hill have world-class speed and may be called upon to help with the kick and punt return teams this season. Expectations are high for this class and a few may be called on to help right away.
Go Jacks!
-Matt
This group is lead by All-American Jake Wieneke but after him there are question marks as to who will emerge. Because of the attention that opposing defenses will be paying to Wieneke and Dallas Goedert there is great potential for a third option to emerge. Coach Robert Arnheim is in his second year as the receiver coach. Arnheim says he feels very fortunate to have such a special group to work with. They've been able to recruit an amazing level of talent and that is creating awesome competition at the position.
Arnheim pointed to the intelligence of the room as a strength and as a huge benefit for the offense. "Because the group is smart, it allows us to use multiple formations and each receiver can play multiple spots in those formations." Because the receivers are smart and interchangeable they can play fast. Coach Arnehim stressed how important it is for the young players to continue to grow and improve and control what they can control. Because of the depth, each player needs to do their best on every rep.
Coach described his position group as selfless (which is unique for a wide receiver room) and filled with leaders. "They keeping raising the standards of the room and everyone is comfortable pushing one another." They are a fun group and love playing football, which is incredibly important.
Jake Wieneke doing Jake Wieneke things at our scrimmage today.#GoJacks#JacksCamp pic.twitter.com/5DXPlDKXNO— SDSU Football (@GoJacksFB) August 6, 2017
Adam Anderson (photo courtesy of Matt Holland)
#80 Adam Anderson is back for his sophomore season after a promising freshman campaign that ended early due to injury. Anderson recorded 20 receptions for 222 yards. He is a smooth route runner who is able to make plays after the catch. With Anderson back to 100% look for another step forward in 2017. #11 Marquise Lewis returns as a sophomore after recording 12 receptions for 166 yards. Lewis possesses great quickness and change of direction as a weapon out of the slot. Last year Lewis handled the punt return position with great poise. He is consistent and confident in his abilities. Arneheim said he also is a really fun player to coach and be around.
#10 Alex Wilde, a junior, has been known for his big play potential. Last year he collected 9 receptions for 114 yards and 2 touchdowns. Wilde was forced to play as a true freshman and has used that experience to mentor the younger players. In Arnheim's estimation, Wilde may be the "hardest working player" in a room full of hard workers.
#1 Jacob Brown played as a true freshman last season and had 2 receptions for 4 yards. Arnheim was impressed with how well Brown went about his business last year and how he picked up the playbook so quickly. He has really improved this off season and should have a big season.
#89 Jacob Menage secured his first catch last year as a junior and is ready to help the team with his heart and leadership. Menage is known as a great teammate and leader.
#15 Cade Johnson, #81 Paddy Devlin, and #82 Patrick Burmeister are ready to contribute following their redshirt seasons. Johnson had an excellent spring and summer and may be a player to watch. Devlin has exceptional size for the position and could be a factor in jump ball situations. Burmeister works his tail off every practice.
The receiver group is joined this year by incoming freshmen #9 Keenan Orr, #18 Deyon Campbell, #20 Michael Wandmaker, #39 Jake Aanderud, #84 Isaiah Hill, and #87 Adam Heien. All of these players are incredibly talented. Orr and Wandmaker possess great size. Aanderud and Heien were both dynamic play makers for their respective high school teams. Campbell and Hill have world-class speed and may be called upon to help with the kick and punt return teams this season. Expectations are high for this class and a few may be called on to help right away.
Go Jacks!
-Matt
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