QB1 Film Room: Matt Corral and his Rebels defeat Austin Peay, 54-17
OXFORD, Miss. — Welcome to another edition of the QB1 Film Room as we take a look at Ole Miss quarterback Matt Corral and the Rebels’ offense in last week’s 54-17 win over Austin Peay.
For his performance, Corral was named the Walter Camp National FBS Offensive Player of the Week.
Ole Miss QB Matt Corral named Walter Camp National FBS Offensive Player of the Week! #HottyToddy https://t.co/m0bNxQokJo
— The Rebel Walk (@TheRebelWalk) September 12, 2021
Through the first two games of the season, the Rebels are averaging 599.5 yards per game of total offense, including 337.5 yards through the air and 262.0 yards on the ground. Ole Miss is also tied at No. 5 in the country for points per game, at 48.5. Corral is ranked No. 4 in the nation in total offense at 752 yards, averaging 376 per game.
So let’s get to the film room….
Video 1: Henry Parrish on the run, working an inside zone play
I’m starting with this play because it’s Henry Parrish, Jr. on the run working an inside zone play. His family also stood out at the Mercedes Benz Dome. Great job here — and there!!
Henry Parrish, Jr.’s family in full support in Mercedes Benz Stadium. (Photo: David Walker, Rebel Walk)
Video 2: Sprint right by Matt and throw into the flat to Dontario
The first score of the night comes off a play that Joe Montana used to work so well in goal line situations. It’s a sprint right by Matt and a quick throw into the flat to Dontario Drummond.
Video 3: First and 20? No problem
1st and 20 no big deal. Matt sees Drop 8 Cover 3 pre-snap and finds Drummond on the post pattern underneath the free safety — a very well thrown football into a tight spot.
Video 4: Jerrion Ealy
Has anyone noticed that Jerrion Ealy is wide left? And that the DB covering him is within could-miss-that-tackle range? Matt did.
Video 5: Run fake and a snap throw off the disconnect
Here we have a really good run fake and a snap throw off the disconnect by Matt. It’s a quick stop route that results in a good gain.
Video 6: Matt fakes the dive…
Here on 4th down, Matt fakes the dive and breaks outside the defensive end for the first down. Almost makes me nostalgic…almost.
Video 7: Corral to Mingo
Here we go, Corral to Mingo for 15 on a play that looks far too easy. I’m thinking a skinny post-and-go but from this tight of an angle, it’s difficult to be sure. What’s important is an open receiver got the football in a great spot on the field.
Video 8: 4th and short — Matt to Dontario
Did Dontario want this one, or what? Going for it once again on 4th and short and this time way out of field goal range, Matt manages to free himself just enough to get the ball off and Drummond takes care of the rest himself.
Video 9: Matt to Henry in the right flat
On this play, Austin Peay is bringing the house from the Rebels’ right side and Matt cooly finds Parrish in the right flat. Parrish will prove once again that he’s quite a running back after the catch.
Video 10: Braylon Sanders on shallow crossing pattern
Next is Braylon Sanders on a shallow crossing pattern that the Governors just lost track of. Matt uses some nice touch on the ball and it’s an easy trot to the end zone.
Video 11: Matt to Jonathan Mingo
Notice on this play the tight end tapping his head on the left and then the right. He’s telling his back, “I’ve got inside, you take the outside” in blocking responsibilities. Matt has his choice of two deep patterns and Mingo is his choice, a perfectly thrown pass that leads to another score.
Video 12: Matt picks up the first down with his legs
Here’s another reason Matt is so good out of this offense. The kid can scoot. He’s fun to watch and has a real knack for avoiding tacklers.
Video 13: Altmyer hands off to JRP
Luke Altmyer hands off to John Rhys Plumlee.
Video 14: JRP at QB
Kiffin said he played JRP at the end of the game to make people stay….well, we wanted you to stay until the end of the article… so, here’s John Rhys Plumlee at QB.
Katy Perry on board
Katy Perry — she who picked the Rebels’ upset of Bama in 2014 — is all aboard the Lane Train….and the Matt-Corral-For-Heisman Train.
All board the Lane Train… LFG!!! @corral_matt for Heisman OK ☝🏻🌽🐕🙏🏻 https://t.co/vLEEpxmIb5
— KATY PERRY (@katyperry) September 9, 2021
Next Up
Ole Miss and Tulane square off at 7:00 pm Saturday on ESPN 2. Join us next week as we break down all the offensive fireworks from Matt Corral and the Rebels in the QB1 Film Room.
Hotty Toddy!
David Walker
David Walker was named Louisiana’s High School Player of the Year at just 16 years old and, at 17, became college football’s first quarterback to earn Freshman of the Year honors. He remains the NCAA’s youngest-ever starting quarterback, a distinction that has stood for decades.
Transitioning from a wide-open high school offense to Emory Bellard’s renowned wishbone triple option, Walker excelled as a dual-threat quarterback. He graduated as Texas A&M’s all-time winningest quarterback and served as a two-time team captain, helping to transform a program that had endured 15 losing seasons in the previous 16 years.
After his playing career, Walker coached and taught algebra at six Texas high schools before moving into private business. In 2011, he published his memoir, “I’ll Tell You When You’re Good,” a title inspired by the coaching philosophy of Shannon Suarez, the Sulphur High and Louisiana High School Hall of Fame coach who was a significant influence on Walker’s life and career.
Walker’s compelling storytelling in his autobiography reflects the breadth of his experiences in high school and college football, and it is an undeniable fact that he saw more action than any athlete in the history of the NCAA. Since 2013, he has contributed to The Rebel Walk, sharing his insights and expertise with readers.
