Recruiting Forum: Football Talk XIII

#1,976
#1,976
SpringBokVol said:
Derek mason is not going to cut it at Vandy.

Just watching their preview and he doesn't have it. And it is clear.
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I was wondering if I was the only one to pick up on that.

Their practice shots were awful. I was shocked that we were watching an SEC practice.
 
#1,978
#1,978
turambar85 said:
I really don't see this. We should see improvements at the following units: QB (moderate), RB (mild), WR (dramatic), TE (moderate), DB (moderate), and LB (mild).

Our DL should be, at worst, the same caliber as last year. Punting should be equivalent. Kicking may drop off a little bit, but we have some good legs on the roster. Our return game and kick coverage should be as good or better with the returning players we have and the host of fast freshmen. So, our special teams play should be in the same ballpark.

That only leaves our OL. It is the only position that should be noticeably worse than last years team. And it isn't as bad as it sounds. To begin with, our OL was mediocre at run-blocking last year. And while they produced NFL players, they largely underperformed. The depth is improving with the apparently solid play of several newcomers. The line also isn't as young as it is made out to be (as you well know): we have three redshirt juniors, Crowder has played in 10 games, Jackson has played in 24 games, and Kerbyson has played in 19. It isn't like we are starting 5 true freshmen, or a bunch of player who have done nothing but ride the bench. There is some experience, and a few of them are starting their 4th year in an SEC strength and conditioning program.

Our schedule is no worse than last years really. There is no reason we shouldn't expect a 6-6 season, and I think that it is not unreasonable to think that we could, with only a few decent breaks, hit a 7-5 year.
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Oline play will be improved over last year. How is that possible you may ask? Run blocking has always been slightly better with this group than last years group The trio of Jackson, Crowder, Kerbyson always got a better push on run plays dating back to the O/W games 3 years ago. Pass blocking will be worse but our coaches will call plays to compensate for that (i.e. screens, passes in the flats, play action, etc) Also, the snap of the ball from the Center to the QB will be more accurate and have a bit more tempo allowing plays to unfold quicker. Overall tempo of the offense will be improved this year. CBJ wanted that tempo last year but couldn't get it installed. Finally, this Oline this year has more Grit and has more to Prove. 4th Quarter effort comes from Grit. This Oline will surprise some folks and from that confidence will build early in the season.
 
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#1,979
#1,979
X factor this year is the coaching staff and their play calling and in game adjustments.

Felt like they were just as lost/frustrated as the players in some games last year.

This year, they have more of a pulse on the players and their certain skill sets.

Also Experience facing SEC teams/players.

All eyes on Bajakian for sure. At least for me.
 
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#1,980
#1,980
SpringBokVol said:
Derek mason is not going to cut it at Vandy.

Just watching their preview and he doesn't have it. And it is clear.
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My theory is he wants to use Vanderbilt as a stepping stone to bounce back to the NFL as a coordinator. He actually impressed me when he talked at Media Days, but apparently the on-field product isn't so hot.
 
#1,981
#1,981
hitUMinGUT said:
Oline play will be improved over last year. How is that possible you may ask? Run blocking has always been slightly better with this group than last years group The trio of Jackson, Crowder, Kerbyson always got a better push on run plays dating back to the O/W games 3 years ago. Pass blocking will be worse but our coaches will call plays to compensate for that (i.e. screens, passes in the flats, play action, etc) Also, the snap of the ball from the Center to the QB will be more accurate and have a bit more tempo allowing plays to unfold quicker. Overall tempo of the offense will be improved this year. CBJ wanted that tempo last year but couldn't get it installed. Finally, this Oline this year has more Grit and has more to Prove. 4th Quarter effort comes from Grit. This Oline will surprise some folks and from that confidence will build early in the season.
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Been a while, post often. Your assessment is right there with my hopes and projections. Gettem.
:hi:
 
#1,983
#1,983
volamite86 said:
Thought I saw somewhere that Mauk struggled in Mizzou's open scrimmage the other day. The big take away was that it was against the 2nd string D. Not sure why he went up against the 2nd string.

Edit: It was an SDS article. He went 8 of 20....ouch.
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Had one of the lowest, if not the lowest completion percentage in the SEC at 51.1%
 
#1,984
#1,984
Completely off topic, but I'm watching the UT/FL game on SEC Network tonight and JAllen18 just made a big play in open space.
 
#1,986
#1,986
I think we may end up shooting ourselves in the foot a couple times this year that might end up costing us some games. But I'm convinced we're gonna be a handful for everybody we play. No more getting blown out in my opinion. Gotta learn how to win close games.

8-4 finish with an incredibly dramatic win over Bama. Rivalry officially renewed.

Go big orange
 
#1,988
#1,988
seaofORANGE22 said:
I think we may end up shooting ourselves in the foot a couple times this year that might end up costing us some games. But I'm convinced we're gonna be a handful for everybody we play. No more getting blown out in my opinion. Gotta learn how to win close games.

8-4 finish with an incredibly dramatic win over Bama. Rivalry officially renewed.

Go big orange
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Replace fl with bama, then I would agree. We just need to catch some breaks.
 
#1,989
#1,989
Call me crazy, but Im starting to think Oklahoma could end up being our upset for the year. Depends which Oklahoma we get. But if we do that, I bet we also lose to someone like Mizzou
 
#1,991
#1,991
OU is a mess right now and not focused. You never know. That's why you play. Could be closer than a lot of people think.
 
#1,992
#1,992
LotteryPick said:
We just aren't there yet. 2015 will be different.

OU is too good at home.
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It all depends on the play calling.

IMO, If we are past the 50. It should be 4 down territory. If the yards are permitting(4&under). I'm not no coach. So I don't really have anything To go on besides we aren't expected to keep it close so why not.

(Beer influenced post)
 
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LotteryPick said:
We just aren't there yet. 2015 will be different.

OU is too good at home.
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Im not saying we are the better team. Just have the feeling that we somehow pull it out. OU is very inconsistent. 16-7 vs WVU (4-8) in Norman last season. 20-17 vs TCU (4-8) in Norman. 34-19 vs Kansas (3-9). Get blown out by Texas and Baylor. But then beat Texas Tech, OKst and Alabama.

Im getting the gut feeling that they show up like the team that squeeked by those 4-8 teams.
 
#1,994
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PassedOutAwake said:
Im not saying we are the better team. Just have the feeling that we somehow pull it out. OU is very inconsistent. 16-7 vs WVU (4-8) in Norman last season. 20-17 vs TCU (4-8) in Norman. 34-19 vs Kansas (3-9). Get blown out by Texas and Baylor. But then beat Texas Tech, OKst and Alabama.

Im getting the gut feeling that they show up like the team that squeeked by those 4-8 teams.
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Yeah, I get the feeling we are getting zero respect from them. An upset is brewing. If they ignore Tennessee they may get Smoked.
 
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hitUMinGUT said:
Oline play will be improved over last year. How is that possible you may ask? Run blocking has always been slightly better with this group than last years group The trio of Jackson, Crowder, Kerbyson always got a better push on run plays dating back to the O/W games 3 years ago. Pass blocking will be worse but our coaches will call plays to compensate for that (i.e. screens, passes in the flats, play action, etc) Also, the snap of the ball from the Center to the QB will be more accurate and have a bit more tempo allowing plays to unfold quicker. Overall tempo of the offense will be improved this year. CBJ wanted that tempo last year but couldn't get it installed. Finally, this Oline this year has more Grit and has more to Prove. 4th Quarter effort comes from Grit. This Oline will surprise some folks and from that confidence will build early in the season.
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I'm not trying to be a negavol here but...I've seen this oline a little bit more often than your average fan and although the grit and determination in games factor is obviously yet to be seen, the overall play of this years line will not be near last years. And unfortunately snapping the ball has been a large issue so far for whoever has been lined up at center
 
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#1,999
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Maxwell said:
OU is a mess right now and not focused. You never know. That's why you play. Could be closer than a lot of people think.
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The only way I can see a win vs Oklahoma is if they really are completely unfocused and we come out with nothing to lose. Lots of turnovers in our favor and Worley has his best game to date.

I don't think it will happen, but it could - 10-15%
 
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