The Lions' Pride

Can't disagree there, especially in the kick return department. Though Della Valle was serviceable as a punt returner but Lewis made some questionable decisions.

Totally agree on the mobile QB. Not looking for zone read but just having a QB that can scramble or pressure the edge on bootlegs would be another dimension.

One improvement, which we saw against Wisky is stronger 3rd quarter play. PSU led (3) or was tied (OSU) at half in all 4 losses. Would like to see PSU come out as they did against Wisky during OOC next year.

Hard to think of where we could improve offensively. Obviously we have a number of backs who can do the job, but ball security was shaky at times. I think another WR will step up and take some of the pressure of of A-Rob. It will be interesting to see the QB situation unfold. Bench is faster than you would suspect and is definitely a threat to run. It would be interesting to see how well he passes.
Defensively will be the much more interesting part. Obviously Mike Hull and Glenn Carson will most likely be starters, leaving one OLB position open for battle. I think Wartman takes it and that could be fun to watch because he can lay a hit. In the secondary it will be interesting to see who replaces stephon morris. It will probably be between Da'Quan Davis, Jordan Lucas, and possibly Jordan Smith. Also who will replace Hill, and join the DE rotation.
Special Teams will need a huge improvement as well.

Special teams in general, but specifically punt and kickoff returns.

Improved safety play and ball skills.

Though the return teams were far from exciting, they were average at best....Though not a positive unit on the team, I would say it is a negative either, its pretty much a wash.

However, its the coverage teams that need the biggest improvement. Unfortunately, in reality, the decreasing scholarship numbers due to the sanctions, the coverage teams will be most effected when you have to rely on a number of "run-ons" to contribute to those teams. I know a lot of walk-ons have contributed greatly to the teams over the years, of course Kilmer comes to mind, and James Van Fleet performed very well on coverage teams in 09 and 10', but the fact is it is an area that will be greatly impacted by the lack of scholarship depth.
Even this past Saturday, I believe both of Wisconsin's first two drives started around midfield due to the kick coverage team... Also, Purdue's first possession started in PSU territory after the opening kick was returned to the mid field area... As some one else stated, we'd be darn near better kicking out of bounds than some of the starts we gave up this season.

This brings to mind... I know under NCAA rules that Fitz can not be a "position" coach, or unit coach... but no doubt, he certainly has a large role on the coverage teams during the games. Not sure how many other head S&C coaches have that kind of specific role on game day? I am pretty sure JT was never out on the field a few yards, giving instructions before a kick off... Not sure what I am looking for here, or if anyone has anything to add to it? I just find it very interesting to see his on field involvement with the team before a kick or a punt. At the same time, I have to think its a huge positive to have a S&C coach who can also assist on game day with the on field coaching, etc...

Somebody mentioned it, but defensive ball skills would be nice. A lot of turnovers were left on the field this year.

Offensive line play, Ohio State's pass rush ate us alive. Hoping this improves with a second offseason of competent S&C.

Wow. You don't know who Daquan Jones is do you? Lol

I thought I read DaQuan Davis, .

But yeah, I'd like to see some corners step up and give the front seven a little help.

I'm extremely excited to see how Barnes can develop.

I expect other programs to recruit him hard this offseason though, so hopefully none catch his eye.

Barnes has about as little reason to leave as anyone. I fully expect him to stay. He's got the two things he needs: the best DL coach in America and the best S&C coach in America.

I actually expect the entire Six to stay. Except for Belton they are all in a great position here, and he still has a great shot here, though he needs to work on his game.

JMO but I think Belton leaves. He won't want to stay behind Zwinak, and nobody likes riding the pine. I could see him transferring due to PT, but I hope he doesn't.

For me he was the biggest disappointment on offense this season. Wasn't impressed at all.