Chris Ault Quotes (27 Quotes)

We saw some good stuff out of Dominic. At times, I thought the offensive front did a real nice job. And I thought the defensive front played well at times. There was good and bad stuff from both fronts.

I really like that corps. There is some youth in it and some speed and we have some excellent competition. We're seeing that competition now and I think we have a chance to develop some good competition in the fall.

He's as good a back as you could recruit as a freshman... If he gets out in front of you, he'll get to the end zone.

The offensive line is the area I have the most concern with because we have to develop some depth.

The biggest thing I want these guys to understand is that last year is done and gone and it's history. That is the critical factor. There is no sneaking up on people now. We gained some respect, but now we have to continue to earn respect. You can't command it.

We've got to find that competition at each spot because that is how people get better. Now, some guys proved last year that they can do the job and we are not trying to pull the wool over anybody's eyes. But guys get better when the guys behind them push them. That's the key.

They came out to play ball and go up 21-zip after that punter fumbles that ball. It's tough to dig out of that.

Joshua has been one of our more consistent defensive players. He's making plays. He's a natural.

He didn't make the plays last year and that is the story you can do everything right but you have to produce. He learned. He was thrown in the fire because of the injuries. He had a chance to do some things and he did some things. We need him to do more.

I'm proud of Jeff. He's stepped up and taken a leadership role. He's stronger. He's a terrific athlete.

We have a bunch of stuff that is a concern right now, if only because we are just two days into camp. But also because we are putting in two new schemes and there is so much learning going on right now.

There is some great competition. They are all competing strongly and they had a great week last week. We are pretty pleased. Now, as it intensifies and the bullets get live, you find out a little bit more about who really can do what they can do.

He did not past his test so he is not going to be with us right now. If he passes it, he is welcome to come on our program for a semester as a walk-on and we can put him on scholarship next year.

I thought Caleb played pretty well, and Jeff was solid. They did a nice job with it. I think that combination continues to get better and will do nothing but help us down the road.

However, the inconsistencies of our program, coupled with a poor home record have resulted in a loss of confidence from our community, as evidenced by our last two home games. Chris is a quality person and a solid coach. I wish things would have worked out but the fit is just not there.

The great thing that Jeff has going now is that he doesn't have to say much. He certainly has the respect of everyone on this club.

He's one of the most talked about guys in Southern California. He's a prime time player for us. He is a physical, physical kid.

Jeff has paid his dues to the company. I expect him to be good, I mean real good. He can be a guy who can do it all, there is no doubt in my mind. The Jeff Rowe I am expecting this season is going to be a difference-maker. He has to take command of this thing. If things aren't going right, he doesn't have to fix everything, he just has to put us in position to make things go right.

This is an exciting time for Nevada football and Wolf Pack athletics. I am committed to achieving at the highest levels and embracing all of the responsibilities associated with being the head football coach and a member of this athletics staff.

Those four guys are going to have a chance to really show what they can do. Hubbard is doing very well and we are anticipating that he might get some time the last week of spring (practice).

Our defense just flat got after them. They just played special, hard-nosed, consistent football.

I thought overall the defense was better than last week. We need to be more consistent. We would stop them and then give up a big play. We can't afford to do that .

Nick was the best defensive back we've had this year. This is just a huge, huge loss for us.

I think that is just terrific. To have a chance to play against that program is just a great opportunity.

We have had three really good meetings and we are still visiting. There will be an announcement next week. That was at my request because I want this recruiting class to get all of the attention it deserves.

He has great speed for us compared to last year. That allows us to do some different things in the secondary. We are very pleased with him. He is very intelligent and just a quality young man.

We are not a big, great talented team, but we play with this big heart.