About the zero sacks

[mtvols]

For all the VN coaches so concerned about our lack of sacks, here is what our DC Banks had to say:

#Vols DC Tim Banks: Was our pass rush perfect? No. But our guys did what we asked them to do and I felt fine coming out of the game. They did a good job getting the ball out quick and when he held it, we were able to generate some pressure.

Also Alabama had zero sacks vs Utah State.

 

[Giorgio2089]

I'm not sure if it's been posted, but I saw today where Alabama didn't have a sack against Utah State either. Different levels of competition, etc. I just thought that was very interesting.

Edit: Oops. Didn't see the above post until posted.

 

[Teezy]

All of that is true. And Banks is still beginning to concern me. They put BSU in a box and didn't let them out. Pitt will see blitzes and Beasley gives them another option now beside Banks. I think TMac will factor there big too.

I still do not understand why UT didn't put their corners in press man to challenge them vs BSU. UT is going to need that for the rest of the season.

I believe we may very well show that this week against Pitt. I think we’re pressing up on Wrs and challenging Pitt to beat us over the top and not just run the ball constantly. Give this Pitt QB a challenge similar to the one he got last week and see if he’ll respond.

 

[GBOVFL88]

Go watch the ball state four play turnover on downs drive that starts at around the 8 minute mark of the first quarter.

I’m not saying that I don’t thing the defense has potential. I just think there are holes. The defensive backs and linebackers will have to play tighter if we are going to beat FL, KY, LSU etc.

 

[GBOVFL88]

If you’re learning something from a glorified scrimmage against an opponent that isn’t playing the same game as SEC football teams you’re going to get your hopes up and your feelings hurt.