Cael Hughes or Reece Witcraft?

[Cobes13]

What do you do with these two and who will be the true starter going forward? Was Cael filling in for an injured Witcraft against NC State or has Witcraft been filling in for an injured Cael most of the season? Both seem to have been battling injuries, Reece with his knee and Cael with his shoulder. On one hand, you have a guy in Reece that has stayed loyal to the program for years and has solidified himself as a top 15 guy this season. On the other hand, you have Cael, a redshirt freshman with tons of potential but we don't have as clear of a picture as to where he stands with the rest of the field.

Reece's resume this season: Wins against #16 Van Dee, #23 Belton, and #27 Cardinal. 4th place finish at Cliff Keen. Losses to #10 Bouzakis (in OT) and Unranked Hohman (NC State backup) by fall.

Cael's resume this season: Wins against #13 Orine, #26 Spidle, and #30 Fugitt. No losses

Obviously there are questions around the health of both guys and whether Cael can make the weight consistently. Reece has really proven himself among top competition and is capable of scoring a lot of points, however, he has a habit of getting caught in dangerous positions. Cael might not have the same big point potential as Reece, but he has shown a strong ability to control matches with his technical offense and defense.

What do y'all think?

 

[CowboyT]

I would have to see them in practice. Based on what I have seen, I didn't know how to separate them. For next year, I would like to see Cael get consistent and take the spot to show that we have an all American there for the next three years.

 

[MJM]

I think Reece is a great guy, but my view is he will struggle to be an AA. I think Cael is a championship contender.

I have not seen or heard of how they match up in practice, but for me hard to imagine Reece is close.

Cael is a big 133, but so are other top 133 pounders. To me the question is can he make weight.

 

[CowboyT]

Cael made a statement on Monday. Who do we see this weekend?