Tenn @ UGA

#30
#30
UGA insider said:
:clapping: Nicely done.
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U beat us by 8 last year when we had a team not half as good as this one will be if healthy... U lost a lot.. We lost barely anything.. And gained the best player in juco and a 370lb d lineman.. We didnt have hunter, and barely had Bray..Nuff said..
 
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#33
Ga is going to be very young on the OL. Should struggle to run the ball, which puts it all on Murray.
 
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ACvol3 said:
U beat us by 8 last year when we had a team not half as good as this one will be if healthy... U lost a lot.. We lost barely anything.. And gained the best player in juco and a 370lb d lineman.. We didnt have hunter, and barely had Bray..Nuff said..
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How did you barely have Bray, he played up until 4 minutes left in the game.
 
#40
#40
Ga has an easy schedule...again. They return a good D and a somewhat proven QB. Their staff is pretty much the same one they have had for years.

We have had a terrible record and a bad run of luck for a few years. We have replaced a large portion of our staff...again.

It's a no brainer the media picks UGA. But, that doesn't mean much.

We have a lot of talent. If we stay healthy we will be fine. If not, we are not up to speed on depth yet, so we could struggle again.
 
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VFL1800FPD said:
I posted this a few months ago when I first got on VN, and here it is again cause I think it’s still relevant:
1) Look at their schedule last year. Yes, they did go on a 10 straight win streak, but with wins over who? They lost their first real challenge vs. Boise, and then lost against USCe at home. Then they go on the streak with wins over Coastal Carolina, Ole Miss, Miss State, an 8 point win against an injury-ridden TN team, followed by 2 close wins against an inferior Vandy team and a Florida team nowhere near their usual caliber. Then they follow up with wins against New Mexico State, Auburn, and Kentucky (by 9). Then, as you all know, their last 2 games were losses to LSU and Mich State. Now tell me, out of these wins, which ones were “quality wins” and which ones show a team that’s “poised to stomp the SEC east.” IMO, UGA showed nothing special with last year’s performance, especially nothing that deserves them a preseason ranking in the top 10.

2) Returning defensive starters: Yes, UGA does return a huge percentage of starters from their great defense (who returns the most starters in the SEC though? Hint: Vols). However, the one area they are weak in continues to be their defensive backs. As of right now, they only have 9 total DBs on their roster, with most of the depth being inexperienced. With the potential of Hunter, Rogers, and Patterson (assuming Hunter plays to last season’s predictions, Rogers plays just as well as last season, and Patterson plays to at least half of his potential) I think we are in a position to chew up Georgia’s secondary. This, in turn, will open up our running game. And I’m not saying Lane will drop 150+ yards, but any respectable running game will only boost the effectiveness of our pass attack. (IMO Da’rick Rogers in the slot next year will be a guaranteed first down…every play). I just don’t think UGA has the secondary to keep up with our offensive potential.

3) Returning offensive starters: Yep, they return Aaron Murray. Big Whoop. I say, who’s he going to throw to? And who’s he going to stand behind? UGA loses their 3 best offensive linemen. Even last year, with experience, this line gave up 32 sacks. Aaron Murray was knocked down the most in the SEC, and also threw the most interceptions. Against the pressure from Lathers, Johnson, Maggit, and Mcullers, Sentimore, and Couch I just don’t see this new offensive line giving Murray any time to throw the ball. The only way they could open up their passing is with a solid running game, which has been an issue for the Dawgs for a few years. Will Crowell be healthy? Will the inexperienced backups provide him any relief? In addition, UGA’s biggest offensive target, the Tight End Orson Charles, is now gone for the NFL. Murray has no experience to throw to, and our improving secondary, with Wagner at CB where he belongs, is going to be at least a problem for Murray, especially if he is pressured for time like I assume he will be.

4) Coaching Staff: UGA returns the same coaching staff. If I need to remind you, this is the same Mark Richt who was on the hot seat at the beginning of last season, and the same Mark Richt who made some pretty crappy decisions that took them out of the Boise State and Mich State games last year (remember the 2nd down kneel play to put them in a better position for the field goal which ultimately failed in the Outback bowl?) Mark Rich is not a risk-taker, especially the kind of risk taker that warrants success in the SEC. And don’t forget this UGA team’s tendency to choke when they are ranked highly in the preseason.

5) Location: This one’s played in Athens, which is really a non-issue for me. The players will remember losing last year in Neyland and that will light a fire under their bellies (I hope). In addition, UT is not too far from UGA, and I expect a huge turnout next year, so expect plenty of hometown support for our Vols. Besides, I have faith in the Vols between the hedges (see 2004 and 2006).

Overall, I just don’t see how everyone can concede us the Georgia game already. I have faith in the Big Orange, and I absolutely cannot stand losing to Georgia again. We’ve got the tools on offense and the tenacity on defense to stick it to the Dawgs this year, and burn those dang hedges down with a big Orange Flame. GBO. I predict your Tennessee Vols slamming UGA in Athens next year by a score of 35-14.
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Are you kidding me? UGA has it's top three WR's returning. Do your homework. And you say their running game has "lacked" recently, well at 165 ypg "UT will take some of that" "lacking" stuff. Don't fool yourself with Murray, he threw over 30 TD's last year, he is legit. And as far as UT putting pressure on Murray? Where is the pass rush going to come from? UGA has a LB with more sacks that UT's entire returning front seven. Some of your analysis is good, some however is pure pipedream. Put down the pipe.
 
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UGA insider what does the dawgs schedule look like prior to UT? I figure y'all will be preseason top 10, so by the time we come rolling in could uga be top 5?
 
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bornbleddinorange said:
UGA insider what does the dawgs schedule look like prior to UT? I figure y'all will be preseason top 10, so by the time we come rolling in could uga be top 5?
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I'm no dawg insider, but here is their schedule:


Sep. 1 Buffalo
Sep. 8 at Missouri
Sep. 15 Florida Atlantic
Sep. 22 Vanderbilt
Sep. 29 Tennessee
Oct. 6 at South Carolina
Oct. 20 at Kentucky
Oct. 27 Florida
Nov. 3 Ole Miss
Nov. 10 at Auburn
Nov. 17 Georgia So.
Nov. 24 Georgia Tech

UGA will be 4-0 heading into the UT game. They will be ranked around the top 5 +/- and will be hosting the Vols in what will be a big game atmosphere. For those that think Mizzou has a chance vs UGA, think again. Mizzou can hang around for 2-3 quarters, but UGA has way way more talent. The UGA D will be punching the Mizzou O in the mouth a good bit. Welcome to the SEC Mizzou.

UT would need a good running game to win at Athens. If the Vols can actually establish a clock consuming ground game tied in with the explosive downfield passing attack, UT would have a chance at Athens. Without a pretty good run game, probably very little chance outside of fluke plays etc.
 
#45
#45
If UT plays well, they can definitely beat UGA. By this point, UT will likely either be rolling right along or beginning to search for a new HC. By this I mean that the writing will be on the wall one way or another.
 
#46
#46
I think UT has the biggest chance of being the suprise team. If the UT game was one of the first four I would be scared to death of it because of our suspensions. Luckily we will have everyone back. I think the game could be closer than some think. It may come down to special teams, which we are replacing both kickers. At the same time palardy doesn't exactly scare me.
 
#47
#47
You know your program has been in the tank when a lot of the rest of your fellow fans lack confidence to beat a traditionally inferior program like Georgia. Losing to to everyone in the east especially UK will do that. That all being said, we take care of business and play sound, fundamental football, and Bray manages the game and doesn't have to throw most of the game, we'll be in this game to the very end. The deal breaker will be special teams, which sucks for us.

That all being said, Vols b 3, with Parlady having his breakout game like ole Crompton did in 09'. GBO!!!
 
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dcarlile said:
How many ppl think we have a real shot at beating GA this yr? I do.
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We can't beat Kentucky with a WR at QB and you REALLY think we can beat UGA??....REALLY??....I'll have some of what your smoking.....I'll believe it when I see it...i'll be thrilled to get by NCST first.
 
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