Oklahoma State University Athletics
Cowboy Football Report, Aug. 7
August 07, 2015 | Cowboy Football
STILLWATER, Okla. – The Oklahoma State football team completed its fourth practice of fall camp Friday morning at the Sherman E. Smith Training Facility. After practice, defensive line coach Joe Bob Clements shared his thoughts on today's session:
Defensive Line Coach Joe Bob Clements
On today's practice:
"You know, I think our second day in pads went pretty well. The enthusiasm is still there, and the guys are still working hard. They've started to get bogged down with the attention because we're putting in a little bit more every day. We're starting to challenge them a little more mentally. As a whole, I think we're doing pretty well for where we're at right now."
On his goals for the first week of practice:
"Daily improvement. That's throughout the entirety of training camp. I tell my guys all the time; if they can get a little better at each practice and a little better at each meeting, we'll be where we need to be when the season starts."
On if Emmanuel Ogbah has continued to improve:
"I think so. Ogbah's a professional at this sport. Ever since I've been here and with every phase we've gone into, he's been better than the last phase. When we get into spring ball, he's better than he was in the fall. When we get into the fall, he's better than he was in the spring. So, I would say he's playing at a higher level than he was last season."
On the team's depth on the defensive line:
"It's probably not where we want it to be. I've got some experienced guys, but they're backed up by a lot of youth. That always makes you a little uncomfortable. As long as we keep working and keep improving, we'll be able to put a product out on the field. Losing [Vili] Levini obviously hurts the depth a little bit, but the next guy has to step up. The games are still scheduled. They're not going to change, and we're not going to push them back. We've got to be ready to go."
On if any players have surprised him in camp:
"I wouldn't say surprised. I'm pleased with their effort, and I'm pleased with what they're doing. I'm pleased with what Darrion Daniels has done so far as a true freshman. He plays with a higher level of maturity than you'd expect from a true freshman. I'm not surprised, but I think they're doing well."
Defensive Line Coach Joe Bob Clements
On today's practice:
"You know, I think our second day in pads went pretty well. The enthusiasm is still there, and the guys are still working hard. They've started to get bogged down with the attention because we're putting in a little bit more every day. We're starting to challenge them a little more mentally. As a whole, I think we're doing pretty well for where we're at right now."
On his goals for the first week of practice:
"Daily improvement. That's throughout the entirety of training camp. I tell my guys all the time; if they can get a little better at each practice and a little better at each meeting, we'll be where we need to be when the season starts."
On if Emmanuel Ogbah has continued to improve:
"I think so. Ogbah's a professional at this sport. Ever since I've been here and with every phase we've gone into, he's been better than the last phase. When we get into spring ball, he's better than he was in the fall. When we get into the fall, he's better than he was in the spring. So, I would say he's playing at a higher level than he was last season."
On the team's depth on the defensive line:
"It's probably not where we want it to be. I've got some experienced guys, but they're backed up by a lot of youth. That always makes you a little uncomfortable. As long as we keep working and keep improving, we'll be able to put a product out on the field. Losing [Vili] Levini obviously hurts the depth a little bit, but the next guy has to step up. The games are still scheduled. They're not going to change, and we're not going to push them back. We've got to be ready to go."
On if any players have surprised him in camp:
"I wouldn't say surprised. I'm pleased with their effort, and I'm pleased with what they're doing. I'm pleased with what Darrion Daniels has done so far as a true freshman. He plays with a higher level of maturity than you'd expect from a true freshman. I'm not surprised, but I think they're doing well."
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