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just exactly WHY Urban Meyer's offense is supposed to be so divine? Have we never faced that kind of offense before?
 
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Basically it gives you multiple options when it is run right. The thing is not all of there offense is even in yet and Leak does not like to get hit. Im interested in seeing it myself, but I dont think it could be any more deadly than when Nebraska used to run the option.
 
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The way the sports pundits all talk around here, UT isn't gonna know what hit 'em.

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I want to win so bad, I can TASTE it!! Taking a win over the Gators into Death Valley would be AWESOME.
 
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Well, we have traditionally done very poorly against the option. We've gotten murdered by Nebraska and KState in the past... However, this one has a little bit more of a west coast feel, rather than from the plains. It not only stretches the field from side to side but front to back as well by playing in shotgun and having various routes. Basically, Urban has been the most successful coach in recent years to use new school offenses. I know SEC play is different from other conferences, but the talent is all relative. The defenses are faster in the SEC, but it would appear Florida's offensive personnell can match. Four WR's than run 4.3's, right? DeShawn Wynn is a pretty quick cat too, and you got Leak who is a stud when well-protected.

Meyer's option in Utah didn't require Alex Smith to get as dirty as QB's in regular options, but rather stand back and direct the game from shotgun most of the game which Leak is capable of. We all know Leak can't run, so Meyer will probably not force him to that often.

Meyer's offense might flop or be great, but our guys going into the game should be prepared for the worst.
 
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Spread Option. Very deadly offense. VERY hard to stop when it is ran correct. There are so many "options", if Leak has time, emphasis on time, he will pick the UT secondary apart. Also, bringing too much defensive pressure can open up what they call "hot routes". Hot routes will kill UT as well due to the SPREAD offense having the defense stretched out. It's going to be an interesting game i will guarantee you that. Also, a little boot for UT, on the last decade i believe, the team that had the most rushing yards has always won the game with the exception of the Gaffney out of bounds catch. I wish UT luck in this one, they are going to need it. I pick Florida in this one, as Fulmer will go down there trying to run, and i honestly dont think it's going to happen. The UT O-line does outweigh the Fl D-line, but it wont take its toll unitl lat in the game and i feel i will be too late by then. On the other hand, alot of Meyers plays are spot plays, timing plays so to speak. That means more air under the ball and more time for the db's to make moves to the ball. Speaking from the head and not the heart i say UF 34-21. But i am just a dumb bammer and under my rock is where i shall return. :peace:
 
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Originally posted by milohimself@Sep 13, 2005 8:28 PM
Well, we have traditionally done very poorly against the option. We've gotten murdered by Nebraska and KState in the past... However, this one has a little bit more of a west coast feel, rather than from the plains. It not only stretches the field from side to side but front to back as well by playing in shotgun and having various routes. Basically, Urban has been the most successful coach in recent years to use new school offenses. I know SEC play is different from other conferences, but the talent is all relative. The defenses are faster in the SEC, but it would appear Florida's offensive personnell can match. Four WR's than run 4.3's, right? DeShawn Wynn is a pretty quick cat too, and you got Leak who is a stud when well-protected.

Meyer's option in Utah didn't require Alex Smith to get as dirty as QB's in regular options, but rather stand back and direct the game from shotgun most of the game which Leak is capable of. We all know Leak can't run, so Meyer will probably not force him to that often.

Meyer's offense might flop or be great, but our guys going into the game should be prepared for the worst.
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4.3? I would say that is paper speed. They are prob more like 4.6-4.7
 
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Originally posted by LadyinOrange@Sep 13, 2005 8:00 PM
just exactly WHY Urban Meyer's offense is supposed to be so divine? Have we never faced that kind of offense before?
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I think it has something to do with mythology, kind of like an Urban Myth,
 
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Originally posted by GOT TWELVE?@Sep 13, 2005 9:32 PM
Speaking from the head and not the heart i say UF 34-21. But i am just a dumb bammer and under my rock is where i shall return. :peace:
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Shouldn't you be preparing for the "Cock and Fire"???
 
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Originally posted by Orangewhiteblood@Sep 13, 2005 8:48 PM
Shouldn't you be preparing for the "Cock and Fire"???
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You betcha. And you should be preparing for reality. We are gonna have fits with USC, no doubt about it, but i am not wearing blinders.
 
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Originally posted by GOT TWELVE?@Sep 13, 2005 9:52 PM
You betcha. And you should be preparing for reality. We are gonna have fits with USC, no doubt about  it, but i am not wearing blinders.
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Are you saying that I am?
 
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I am saying obviously you are not aware of what UF can do. I guess you arent worried about LSU either.
 
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Nobody is aware of what UF can do against SEC level competition.

The entire nation is holding its breath over this weekend's game. Make no mistake about it, it is THE marquee matchup of week 3 and has been for years.

This game is gonna be make or break, guys. If UT is a true national championship contender, time to prove it. If Meyer is gonna succeed in the SEC, here is the first big test.
 
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Originally posted by GOT TWELVE?@Sep 13, 2005 11:30 PM
I am saying obviously you are not aware of what UF can do. I guess you arent worried about LSU either.
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Show me a post that I made that points to me not knowing what UF can do....better yet, let me save you some time and tell you there isn't one.

I just asked if you were prepared for USC since they played UGA so close. No reason to get you panties in a wad.
 
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I dont come here to argue #1, and the only reason you asked about USC is because i picked UF over UT. We will be ready to play, but i am worried about this one. Spurrier will be gunning for us, and he can sure motivate a group of football players.
 
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Originally posted by milohimself@Sep 13, 2005 10:32 PM
Nobody is aware of what UF can do against SEC level competition.

The entire nation is holding its breath over this weekend's game. Make no mistake about it, it is THE marquee matchup of week 3 and has been for years.

This game is gonna be make or break, guys. If UT is a true national championship contender, time to prove it. If Meyer is gonna succeed in the SEC, here is the first big test.
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Do you think UT is a national contender? Honestly?
 
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Sorry LIO but I can't get that simple. LOL



Actually its a hybrid offense, a little veer, a little spread and a little west coast all rolled into one.
 
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Originally posted by GOT TWELVE?@Sep 13, 2005 10:40 PM
Do you think UT is a national contender? Honestly?
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I think any team currently in the top 10 or so is a national contender. To win a championship, teams must win the close ones, avoid key injuries and get some breaks along the way. Our biggest obstacle is a brutal schedule.

Ohio St. is a good example. I think they qualify as a national contender (among the top 10 or so teams) but they had to play another contender and lost a squeaker.

As for being aware of what UF can do - as Milo points out, no one really is. I doubt that Wyoming and La. Tech qualify as objective indicators of what UF can do. Similary, the UAB game hasn't shown what UT can do just as the MTSU and So. Miss games haven't shown what Bama can do. For example, Bama's running game has not impressed but preseason, everyone expected that part of the game to be dominant. Too soon to tell? Were the preseason predictions right or wrong?

Legitimate questions about UF's offense include - 1) the ability of Leak to correctly choose and execute the options, 2) the ability of UF to sustain drives if Leak is off or the D is on, 3) how susceptible the offense is to disruption by D-lines and blitzes, 4) the ability to sustain a running game in a spread set. Additionally, we don't know how good the UF defense is. Coach UM has suggested that they are weak at linebacker - this could mean a big running game for UT. We all know the history of this series for the team with the rushing advantage. Bottomline, answers will only come after the game.

The odds makers have the game at about a 3 - 4 point edge for UF. Given that the game is on the road, this tells me the odds makers see the talent level and coaching at about even.

 
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Originally posted by volinbham@Sep 14, 2005 1:14 AM
I think any team currently in the top 10 or so is a national contender.  To win a championship, teams must win the close ones, avoid key injuries and get some breaks along the way.  Our biggest obstacle is a brutal schedule. 

Ohio St. is a good example.  I think they qualify as a national contender (among the top 10 or so teams) but they had to play another contender and lost a squeaker.

As for being aware of what UF can do - as Milo points out, no one really is.  I doubt that Wyoming and La. Tech qualify as objective indicators of what UF can do.  Similary, the UAB game hasn't shown what UT can do just as the MTSU and So. Miss games haven't shown what Bama can do.  For example, Bama's running game has not impressed but preseason, everyone expected that part of the game to be dominant.  Too soon to tell?  Were the preseason predictions right or wrong?

Legitimate questions about UF's offense include - 1) the ability of Leak to correctly choose and execute the options, 2) the ability of UF to sustain drives if Leak is off or the D is on, 3) how susceptible the offense is to disruption by D-lines and blitzes, 4) the ability to sustain a running game in a spread set.  Additionally, we don't know how good the UF defense is.  Coach UM has suggested that they are weak at linebacker - this could mean a big running game for UT.  We all know the history of this series for the team with the rushing advantage.  Bottomline, answers will only come after the game. 

The odds makers have the game at about a 3 - 4 point edge for UF.  Given that the game is on the road, this tells me the odds makers see the talent level and coaching at about even.
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Thats the sum of it. Finish the week preps and do the dang thing!
They are pretty sure they know our plan(8-10 play book) :birgits_giggle:
 
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Originally posted by Vol67@Sep 13, 2005 10:47 PM
Sorry LIO but I can't get that simple. LOL

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I KNEW some smart-aleck would get on here and say that. I also figured it would be YOU!!!


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