Inspired73

First, I am not picking on you personally. This ultra-orange family feels your frustration. Nor, am I giving the coaches a free ride. Our problem is not play selection. NONE of them work......that's the issue. It seems that everyone thinks it is play selection or effort. It is not. It is play execution. The basis of our problem is "paralysis through analysis". Our linemen are thinking after the snap. They should be doing the thinking before the snap. By the time they figure it out, the play is blown up. Then panic sets in! Receivers curl into the linebacker instead of away. Receivers cut their routes quicker trying to "help" the QB. Of course, that help ends up leaving the ball behind the receiver not instead of ahead. Backs have given up on "picking holes". They just run straight and hope for something. If I have one issue with the coaches, the issue is that they have yet to have the linemen "just hit the closest guy". If no one is there, go find someone to hit. Offensive linemen are not Mensa. They are gorillas. Treat them as such. Of note, the one positive big play for the night occurred (in 4th qtr) when Weisner stepped up and blocked the doggin middle linebacker. .......... the only time any back blocked any inside threat all night. Thank the Lord for small favors. One last thought: 1 ugly win = ? pretty losses

Well, it is pretty darn difficult to call the "right" plays when you can't block or do not know who to block. At times, I am not in love with his play calling. In Sarks defense, he never knows which offensive skill is going to show up. Our basic issues are twofold. First, we simply cannot block any kind of line stunt! This makes us slow and indecisive off the ball. And ultimately inept. Second, our passing game needs a couple of re-sets. I would be willing to bet the rent that our receivers do not run their routes in games with same speed and precision that they do in practice. Basic football rule of thumb: When virtually every pass is behind the receiver, it is almost always the receiver's fault. We had this same issue during Quinn's first year. It got fixed. AND, "zip it in there" doesn't mean throwing a 98 mph fastball on a 10 yard route.

Maybe he was chosen because he was the last QB available. Maybe J A was all they could get. Auburn isn't exactly QBU.

Gipson, I get it. Although I don't think it is a good choice. But, Will! This one baffles me. He isn't an NFL kicker. He could get some NIL here. But, for his personal long-term, as a UT graduate and a football letterman, he would have a lot of open doors.

Perhaps my writing wasn't as clear as I would have liked. My comments were directly related to technique and assignment sharpness. None of which has anything to do with passion or toughness. In my opinion both our offensive and defensive are not using good technique. They know how to play, put are thinking too much. which slows down reaction time. As for the right guard, he doesn't come off of the line at the correct pad level or quickly enough. The defensive guy is delivering the first blow....ie poor technique. The twist (line stunt) or the loop from the d-tackle is handled via commuication....another poor technique. Neither of which has anything to with passion. Finally, your attempt to impugn my integrity is misplaced and unappreciated. Coming from a family with 3 generations of high school and college football coaches, I do know a few things. Tell Eva hello

As difficult as this is to say, "I agree with Hashtag". Our inability to control the lines of scrimmage go directly to practice. The Varsity scrimmages the JV not for the Varsity's benefit, but rather for the JV guys to see what it takes. The fact that we could not control the line of scrimmage against 3 very poor teams should have turned the light on.

CJ, I gotta say that I like your writing style. It is fun and I always read. However (you knew it was coming), I do not agree that our issue is desire or even toughness. Florida kicked us in the groin more than once. Yet, we righted the ship as the game progressed. I, for one, thought we were going to win. In my humble opinion, our main issue is execution. More specifically, the offense line is terrible (or is it as bad as it seems?) The o-line can make your backs and wide receivers look like All-Americans when they block (and block the correct guy). What we are seeing is the non-blocking approach. In my day, we called these lineman "lookout linemen". As in "look out Arch, I missed him again", or "look out Tre, I don't block twists." Offense is about rhythm. It's pretty hard to have rhythm when your right guard [and most senior player] can't block a defensive tackle [normally the defense's best lineman], can't pickup a twist or slant, can't get the correct protection call to his very young right tackle, etc.. A trend is developing. Our issue is a personnel issue. We need our senior right guard to fire off the ball and kick some ass.......every frickin play. He needs to set the tone. He needs to establish the standard. This big panzie needs to open up a can of Whup A** and set the standard.

Sounds to me like VT has some serious money issues......as do a lot of other schools. They just happen to be the first using this approach. As I said several months ago, the UIL/money grab is going to create a 2 tiered Division 1. It will probably end up structures something similar to English soccer league where it is 2 tiered.

If this is true. It is a sad day for OSU. Gundy did more for OSU football than any other coach-by a large margin. Yes, Jimmy J. had a day, but he got out ASAP. Gundy's strength and weakness are his stubbornness. He refused to accept that OSU couldn't be a major player in the B12. His strength and steadfastness made them a significant force in the B12. Unfortunately, he has issues with change. Boone Pickens forced him to stop being the offensive coordinator and made him focus on head coach duties. NIL is the girl that he refuses to dance with......even though everyone else at the party is waiting in line for her. I'll bet Gary Patterson and he are best buds!

Which means we have 4 new starters this year! And that isnt counting tight ends, and receivers. You guys need to 'get a grip'. We essentially have 10 new starters on offense! Offense just takes time. If you dont believe me look around the SEC and see which offenses are clicking early..........they all have great experience at QB and O-line. PS: Mateer is doing great! But this is his 3rd year in that system. Remember OU brought his coach with him....a very shrewd move.

The sad thing is that he thinks he is a super star, the coaches don't like him, and he is under paid. The truth is that he is not entitled. He is lazy and mentally soft. His commitment is to himself only. The sad truth is that he will probably make more money by switching schools 2 or 3 times. But he will run out of illegibility with no degree, a peek at the League, and a bank account that the leaches have drained. Cynical, yes. But, none-the-less the probable path.

Yep, I'm with you. WE ARE TEXAS. I expect perfection from the first snap of game one and a continuing stream of improvement on each subsequent play.

i like your content, but you need to adjust your headline...........25% is not MOST. Given the known anticipated volume, the "staffing" and general plan of attack was miserable. I do think most deals will eventually be approved. This is just another example of the NCAA (and its affiliates) being woefully myopic. The NCAA motto is "We swim up-stream, and no one does it better."

Dallas wasn't going anywhere - with or without Parsons. The Boys need a better roster. Like it or not, this deal with GB offers good draft choices, extra money for the cap, and the removal of a disgruntled player. Also, never is never a wise choice of words.

I think he is putting his money into something that he is passionate about. Frankly, he is the first to take a visible, active stand. While I don't necessarily agree with some of his conclusions or his focus, I applaud his effort. Essentially, he is advocating that the current NCAA division 1 model is unworkable. In fact, I think he is advocating that Division 1 should consist only of institutions that can support a certain "lifestyle" (defined: think SEC level money). These "big-boy' institutions should then create their own organization. If you can't pay the monthly dues, you can't join the Club! Where he stops short (or doesn't have the vision) is dealing with non-football. (the Big Picture) All of this is just banter, unless, in the end, you have a 48 school (or so) group (the Big Boy Conference) that operates under its own set of rules.... for all the sports. The org creates its own tv contracts and playoffs for all sports. Basically, the group of 48 (BBC) becomes a true minor league for the NFL, NBA, MLBB, Olympic sports etc. Sorry, the 355 Division 1 schools for basketball (the thousand pound gorilla) can go get their own TV deal....... I'm sure the Wichita State vs. Marquette game will get killer ratings! For me, I am all in on the BBC concept. So, I am pro Cody if he expands his scope. I am anti Cody if is a football only guy.

That's assuming Moore is the coach in 26. The guy had 1 good year and that came with the Harbaugh carry-over influence. Michigan will go shopping ....soon

Thanks Blake, this is an interesting list......it seems like these guys fall into several categories: A. Should never been hired to begin with: Brennan, Foster, Locksley, Norvell (These were "the best the AD could do with his budget) B. Bless their hearts - "They don't have a fighting chance": Wilcox (Cal), Elliott (Virginia), Fickel (Wiscn), Pittman (Arky) C. I Want Their Agent: Riley, Venables, D. Be Patient, wee hopper: Napier, Freeze, Stoops, Napier E. No When To Exit Stage Left: Gundy (with the benefactor gone, OSU probably belongs in Category B) Honorable Mention: Any Board of Regents Chair that signed off on a ridiculous buyout deal.

Thank God for OSU. This "classic" has all the makings of a 1-2 season starter. Although Baylor tends to be real good or real bad. Not sure of their current cycle.

Really? Answer: Because you guys (and me) would murder them for crappy recruiting. Let's be clear here. I am firmly in the "I want it all" bucket! Alas, things don't work that way.

That's like noting a tiny zit on the homecoming queen. You know, the one that every guys wants to date but can't even get a smile from her!

I don't get it. Where is the money coming from to pay the 8 Billion in debt service? Here in San Antonio, the Spurs don't routinely sell out. They have two major local sponsors.....Frost and HEB. Local TV rating are flaccid. They only command 1 tv at our favorite bar. These buyers are betting on more national and worldwide tv revenues. I feel certain that those guys are smarter than me, but gee, I just don't see where the debt service is going to come from. The only way the NBA survives is if it turns into a World league with a team in each of the top 20 cities in the world. PS: the interest on 8 billion at 5% (way below market)=400 million annually.

Jeff/Blake Why don't we just report on players leaving that actually contributed to the team's success in 25? Almost all of the leaves are "ho-humm". Or, as an alternative, just build an XL with 3 columns...In, Out, Undecided. We can check each morning, then move on.

This one is quite interesting. From the bleachers, it looks like Coach is building flexibility with his pickups. None of his pickups are super stars, but they all offer something. Gonzales may be the illusive left-handed bat (as well as shutdown reliever)

A fun off season debate. I wonder how they arrived at this list. Must have been bored. Basketball-the fans can be right on you. The fans often intimidate the officials more that the players. Baseball-every stadium plays different. Knowing your home turf is very valuable. Having fans that understand the nuances of baseball is a real advantage at home. Football-whomever plays best for the entire game always wins. Most football players are not afraid of flying tortilla, a burning sofa, or a coach making his intro on a motor bike. Officials are not intimidated. Given that I invested 10 minutes on this response.......you guessed it........i am bored stiff today.

Yep. Last remnants of mediocrity. After watching Coastal and LSU (the Big Boys), it was clear to me that that we have a ways to go..........esp in the pitching area.!