Personal Details
With little known about Jay Longshaw, son of former NSFL offensive lineman and quarterback draft prospect out of Vanderbilt, this reporter decided it was time to do a little digging.
While many people are familiar with Jay's personal circumstances - in other words, who his father is - much fewer know anything about his career as a high school and collegiate football player. And that's not without reason.
At 6'7", 260 lbs, Jay is on the larger side in terms of quarterbacks in or entering the league. Highly touted upcoming quarterback Cooter Bigbsy shares an identical frame, but otherwise, such large bodies under centre are generally a rarity. This is reflected in the fact that for most of his early years and high school life, Jay actually played Rugby League, a popular form of football in Australia.
Unsurprisingly, the inspiration for this came from Jay's father, Ben, who was born and raised 'down under'. Jay, however, has lived in the United States his entire life. As such, he became increasingly unhappy playing a game that is for the most part unknown in his country, and desired more and more to play in the NSFL like his father before him.
It was actually during Ben's tenure as Colorado Yeti wide receiver Howard Miller's manager that scouts first took an interest in Jay. He accompanied his father to Miller's pro day, and was throwing the ball with players and staff between drills. The strength of his pass actually winded a scout, who later joined the staff at Vanderbilt and advocated for them to offer Jay a scholarship. Which they did.
Football
Despite some of the buzz surrounding Jay during his freshman year, especially given his father's established history as a pro-bowler in the NSFL, little of note eventuated in his first year at Vanderbilt. In fact, there is yet to be any on-field evidence verifying the hunch that the aforementioned Vanderbilt scout had about his talents, at least in the form of game tape.
Plenty of players, staff, and fans have witnessed Jay's ability to launch the football. But, until he proves that he can do so under game circumstances and with defenders coming after him, the power of his throws is of little consequence.
Jay is yet to do so much as even come in to close out a game. The Vanderbilt coaches claim that this is because they view Jay as a crucial part of their offense, who may, at some point, be called upon in a specific game situation. Apparently, they don't want to tip their hand, and have been so cautious in that regard that Jay is yet to have any meaningful game time in his several years at the college level.
The Draft
Why, then, has Jay decided to declare for the upcoming DSFL draft with literally no game tape with which to woo potential GMs? The answer is simple: supply and demand.
Numerous quarterbacks in the NSFL have reached or are nearing the ends of their careers. As such, the DSFL is likely to lose some of its top prospects at the position to the big league. Coupled with this fact is the recent news that both Palm Beach and Norfolk will be eligible to draft players in the upcoming draft, meaning that there is increased demand at every position, not just quarterback.
Essentially, Jay Longshaw is banking on a team having a need at quarterback, and justifying picking him to satisfy that need with the justification of a) his pedigree and b) the staff and teammates at Vanderbilt vouching for him.
It is, admittedly, a risky proposition. But, given that it doesn't look likely he'll be the starter at Vanderbilt any time soon, it's likely his best shot.
Landing Spots
So, where does Jay hope this bold strategy will land him? We'll let the man answer that question for himself.
"I know that I'm not in the position to dictate the terms of my early days in the league. I will play where I'm drafted and I'll be happy to do so. Each of the teams excites me equally, and I hold no past allegiances, given that my father was never drafted into the DSFL - though he did get relegate there toward the end of his career".
"With that said, as it stands, Norfolk is the only team in the DSFL yet to win the Ultimini. As someone who strives to challenge himself, I'd love to help bring that unfortunate statistic to an end and bring a championship to the SeaWolves in their first season of draft eligibility".
A Look into the Future
While it is perhaps premature to speculate on Longshaw's future in the NSFL, given that he is yet to be drafte into its developmental league, there has nonetheless been some early bets regarding his career trajectory.
Many believe that Jay will look to join the SaberCats to heal whatever wounds remain from his father's time with the team. At present, that doesn't appear to be likely, given that Christ remains their franchise quarterback as things currently stand.
Others have pointed to Ben Longshaw's professional relationship with Howard Miller, and in turn Miller's continued involvement with the Colorado Yeti, as a good signpost that Jay is likely to end up playing for the Yeti at some point, just as his father did.
Outside of those two teams, however, there are no clear indicators as to where Jay may end up in the long term. All that we - and he - can do now is wait.
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With little known about Jay Longshaw, son of former NSFL offensive lineman and quarterback draft prospect out of Vanderbilt, this reporter decided it was time to do a little digging.
While many people are familiar with Jay's personal circumstances - in other words, who his father is - much fewer know anything about his career as a high school and collegiate football player. And that's not without reason.
At 6'7", 260 lbs, Jay is on the larger side in terms of quarterbacks in or entering the league. Highly touted upcoming quarterback Cooter Bigbsy shares an identical frame, but otherwise, such large bodies under centre are generally a rarity. This is reflected in the fact that for most of his early years and high school life, Jay actually played Rugby League, a popular form of football in Australia.
Unsurprisingly, the inspiration for this came from Jay's father, Ben, who was born and raised 'down under'. Jay, however, has lived in the United States his entire life. As such, he became increasingly unhappy playing a game that is for the most part unknown in his country, and desired more and more to play in the NSFL like his father before him.
It was actually during Ben's tenure as Colorado Yeti wide receiver Howard Miller's manager that scouts first took an interest in Jay. He accompanied his father to Miller's pro day, and was throwing the ball with players and staff between drills. The strength of his pass actually winded a scout, who later joined the staff at Vanderbilt and advocated for them to offer Jay a scholarship. Which they did.
Football
Despite some of the buzz surrounding Jay during his freshman year, especially given his father's established history as a pro-bowler in the NSFL, little of note eventuated in his first year at Vanderbilt. In fact, there is yet to be any on-field evidence verifying the hunch that the aforementioned Vanderbilt scout had about his talents, at least in the form of game tape.
Plenty of players, staff, and fans have witnessed Jay's ability to launch the football. But, until he proves that he can do so under game circumstances and with defenders coming after him, the power of his throws is of little consequence.
Jay is yet to do so much as even come in to close out a game. The Vanderbilt coaches claim that this is because they view Jay as a crucial part of their offense, who may, at some point, be called upon in a specific game situation. Apparently, they don't want to tip their hand, and have been so cautious in that regard that Jay is yet to have any meaningful game time in his several years at the college level.
The Draft
Why, then, has Jay decided to declare for the upcoming DSFL draft with literally no game tape with which to woo potential GMs? The answer is simple: supply and demand.
Numerous quarterbacks in the NSFL have reached or are nearing the ends of their careers. As such, the DSFL is likely to lose some of its top prospects at the position to the big league. Coupled with this fact is the recent news that both Palm Beach and Norfolk will be eligible to draft players in the upcoming draft, meaning that there is increased demand at every position, not just quarterback.
Essentially, Jay Longshaw is banking on a team having a need at quarterback, and justifying picking him to satisfy that need with the justification of a) his pedigree and b) the staff and teammates at Vanderbilt vouching for him.
It is, admittedly, a risky proposition. But, given that it doesn't look likely he'll be the starter at Vanderbilt any time soon, it's likely his best shot.
Landing Spots
So, where does Jay hope this bold strategy will land him? We'll let the man answer that question for himself.
"I know that I'm not in the position to dictate the terms of my early days in the league. I will play where I'm drafted and I'll be happy to do so. Each of the teams excites me equally, and I hold no past allegiances, given that my father was never drafted into the DSFL - though he did get relegate there toward the end of his career".
"With that said, as it stands, Norfolk is the only team in the DSFL yet to win the Ultimini. As someone who strives to challenge himself, I'd love to help bring that unfortunate statistic to an end and bring a championship to the SeaWolves in their first season of draft eligibility".
A Look into the Future
While it is perhaps premature to speculate on Longshaw's future in the NSFL, given that he is yet to be drafte into its developmental league, there has nonetheless been some early bets regarding his career trajectory.
Many believe that Jay will look to join the SaberCats to heal whatever wounds remain from his father's time with the team. At present, that doesn't appear to be likely, given that Christ remains their franchise quarterback as things currently stand.
Others have pointed to Ben Longshaw's professional relationship with Howard Miller, and in turn Miller's continued involvement with the Colorado Yeti, as a good signpost that Jay is likely to end up playing for the Yeti at some point, just as his father did.
Outside of those two teams, however, there are no clear indicators as to where Jay may end up in the long term. All that we - and he - can do now is wait.
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[OPTION]Scott Michaels || Colorado Yeti General Manager || #YetiNoises
[OPTION]Birthplace: Scranton, Pennsylvania
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[OPTION] NSFL Regular Season Record
[OPTION] S9: 3 - 1
[OPTION] S10: 9 - 5
[OPTION] S11: 8 - 6
[OPTION] S12: 6 - 8
[OPTION] S13: 8 - 6
[OPTION] Career: 34 - 26 (.567)
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[OPTION]NSFL Playoff Record
[OPTION] S9: 0 - 1
[OPTION] S10: 0 - 1
[OPTION] S11: 0 - 1
[OPTION] S12: DNQ
[OPTION] S13: 1 - 1
[OPTION] Career: 1 - 4 (.200)
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[OPTION] DSFL Regular Season Record
[OPTION] S8: 10 - 4
[OPTION] S9: 9 - 5
[OPTION] Career: 19 - 9 (.792)
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[OPTION]DSFL Playoff Record
[OPTION]S8: 1 - 1
[OPTION]S9 0 - 1
[OPTION] Career: 1 - 2 (.333)
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[OPTION]Accolades
[OPTION]S11 NSFL GM of the Year
[OPTION]S9 DSFL NFCN Division Champions
[OPTION]S8 DSFL NFC Conference Champions
[OPTION]S8 DSFL NFCN Division Champions
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[OPTION]Scott Michaels || Colorado Yeti General Manager || #YetiNoises
[OPTION]Birthplace: Scranton, Pennsylvania
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[OPTION] NSFL Regular Season Record
[OPTION] S9: 3 - 1
[OPTION] S10: 9 - 5
[OPTION] S11: 8 - 6
[OPTION] S12: 6 - 8
[OPTION] S13: 8 - 6
[OPTION] Career: 34 - 26 (.567)
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[OPTION]NSFL Playoff Record
[OPTION] S9: 0 - 1
[OPTION] S10: 0 - 1
[OPTION] S11: 0 - 1
[OPTION] S12: DNQ
[OPTION] S13: 1 - 1
[OPTION] Career: 1 - 4 (.200)
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[OPTION] DSFL Regular Season Record
[OPTION] S8: 10 - 4
[OPTION] S9: 9 - 5
[OPTION] Career: 19 - 9 (.792)
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[OPTION]DSFL Playoff Record
[OPTION]S8: 1 - 1
[OPTION]S9 0 - 1
[OPTION] Career: 1 - 2 (.333)
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[OPTION]Accolades
[OPTION]S11 NSFL GM of the Year
[OPTION]S9 DSFL NFCN Division Champions
[OPTION]S8 DSFL NFC Conference Champions
[OPTION]S8 DSFL NFCN Division Champions
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