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Profile - Sophomore QB Jeff Krohn

July 31, 2001

Nick Murphy

Sophomore Jeff Krohn is no stranger to pressure. Due to injuries and a shortage of quarterbacks, Jeff was given the opportunity to win the starting job for the Sun Devils in 2000 as a redshirt freshman. He battled through criticism, bumps and bruises, and a major illness in route to leading the Devils to the top passing offense in the Pac-10 last season. Jeff threw for over 1,700 yards, with twice as many TD’s as interceptions.

With the 2001 season just weeks away, many questions await answering. Several people have been critical of the "quarterback situation" at ASU.

With a new scheme and a vertical passing attack among head coach Dirk Koetter’s arsenal, critics have questioned Krohn’s ability to succeed. Citing again and again his perceived lack of arm strength.

I sat down with the 6-foot-2 sophomore out of Phoenix Horizon High School to discuss how he feels about the upcoming season as Camp T approaches.

Murph - What should Sun Devil fans expect from this year’s offense that is different from 2000?
Jeff - "I can’t say that. Other teams may read this board, but (the fans) will be happy."

Murph - How has the change in coaching, and in the system affected you?
Jeff - "I love the new coaches. They have done everything to expand my knowledge of the game. It is great (to have learned) two different offenses because it gives me different approaches to situations. The more you understand, the easier seeing things becomes. It has affected me in a positive way."

Murph - Where do you see yourself in the fight for the QB job as Tontozona begins?
Jeff - "No comment, but I will work hard."

Murph - How valuable was the experience you gained last season, and what difference do you think it will have on your performance this year?
Jeff - "I think experience is more important than anything is. I think that it has helped me a lot, and will continue (to do so). Live bullets are much different than rubber ones, I guess you could say."

Murph - What’s the one thing you have worked on improving the most this off-season?
Jeff - "Many people say I lack arm strength, so I worked on a lot of deep throws. Does that make everyone happy?"

Murph - How influential has your father been thus far in your career? In what ways (if any) has he told of his experiences to help you handle certain aspects of being a college quarterback?
Jeff - "My father is so important to me. We work out a lot, not only on the game itself, but on mental aspects. Getting ready (mentally) for a game is sometimes more important than having (physical skills)."

Murph - What have you done to try to gain weight this off-season?
Jeff - "To gain weight I have eaten more food than anyone on this earth. Frankly, I am sick of food, but I keep telling myself that the extra weight will help."

Murph - This spring you changed your number from 22 to 5. Why was that? Jeff - "I changed my number as a suggestion from the coaches. They wanted me to have a number that fit the quarterback spot more. I don’t really care about numbers, that’s why I kept 22, so I gladly changed it to 5. No big thing."

Murph - Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Jeff - "I want to be doing one of three things. Either playing in the NFL (yeah... everyone laugh), coaching, or perusing my career as a race car driver... preferably CART."

Krohn’s hobbies include sailing, fishing, playing video games, and recently, taking ultimate fighting classes. I can assure you that Jeff has gained weight this off-season, and no matter where the quarterback duties may fall, Jeff will assume his role to the best of his ability.

Murph’s Quick Kicks

1) Camp Tontozona schedule....