THE IUP Football Thread

[IUPNation]

Welcome to the first edition of Buying or Selling.

Today's item: the secondary

No group got more scrutiny this year (and last). They had some terrific games this year. They had some horrific games this year, too.

The pros:

* Still very young. This year was a true freshman, several true sophomores, and, board favorite (No. 11) Taylor (a junior).

* Very experienced group heading in to 2023

* Very athletic and fast

* Tort thinks very highly of this group

The cons:

* Remeber that game in Erie?

* Remember the game 72 hours ago?

* Lots of blown coverages this year -- especially early.

* Some killer (stupid) personal fouls at extremely bad times ... happened a lot, actually.

* Good QBs in dry conditions shredded them this year (ESU, Gannon, Shepherd Rd2).



The top 9 DBs return in 2023. That's a lot. But, is this a group that needs some upgrade this off-season, or, are you comfortable with a year older version in 2023 (when the league will have a lot less big time QBs)?

Secondary. Are you buying or selling what the CO-OP shirt slinger is selling?

I think having a shut down secondary at this level is more a luxury than a reality. You shut down passing more by getting to the QB’s….

[EyeoftheHawk]

Welcome to the first edition of Buying or Selling.

Today's item: the secondary

No group got more scrutiny this year (and last). They had some terrific games this year. They had some horrific games this year, too.

The pros:

* Still very young. This year was a true freshman, several true sophomores, and, board favorite (No. 11) Taylor (a junior).

* Very experienced group heading in to 2023

* Very athletic and fast

* Tort thinks very highly of this group

The cons:

* Remeber that game in Erie?

* Remember the game 72 hours ago?

* Lots of blown coverages this year -- especially early.

* Some killer (stupid) personal fouls at extremely bad times ... happened a lot, actually.

* Good QBs in dry conditions shredded them this year (ESU, Gannon, Shepherd Rd2).



The top 9 DBs return in 2023. That's a lot. But, is this a group that needs some upgrade this off-season, or, are you comfortable with a year older version in 2023 (when the league will have a lot less big time QBs)?

Secondary. Are you buying or selling what the CO-OP shirt slinger is selling?

I think this group is fine as is, but I’ll caution and say they won’t be as good if the holes aren’t filled on the D-Line. A secondary can look better than it is when there’s pressure on the QB, and I think we saw some of that this season. That said, this will be a very experienced group next year with no shortage of talent.

Regarding Taylor, he can be a great player if he just focuses on playing football and doesn’t get caught up in the other nonsense. In my opinion, it was a wash this year in terms of his positive contributions versus negative. That’s not good enough for someone with his talent. He needs to learn it’s a “we” game and not a “me” game. If he can mature and do that the entire group will be better. If he can’t, I’d rather not see him out there.

[Iupgh]

Welcome to the first edition of Buying or Selling.

Today's item: the secondary

No group got more scrutiny this year (and last). They had some terrific games this year. They had some horrific games this year, too.

The pros:

* Still very young. This year was a true freshman, several true sophomores, and, board favorite (No. 11) Taylor (a junior).

* Very experienced group heading in to 2023

* Very athletic and fast

* Tort thinks very highly of this group

The cons:

* Remeber that game in Erie?

* Remember the game 72 hours ago?

* Lots of blown coverages this year -- especially early.

* Some killer (stupid) personal fouls at extremely bad times ... happened a lot, actually.

* Good QBs in dry conditions shredded them this year (ESU, Gannon, Shepherd Rd2).



The top 9 DBs return in 2023. That's a lot. But, is this a group that needs some upgrade this off-season, or, are you comfortable with a year older version in 2023 (when the league will have a lot less big time QBs)?

Secondary. Are you buying or selling what the CO-OP shirt slinger is selling?

The secondary is fine numbers wise, one more transfer corner in order to move Taylor to Safety is there wish list.

[Iupgh]

So he doesn’t know how to win with class. Duly noted.

What goes around will eventually come around and hopefully you Swifties will take what you dish out.

Well said Nation, I got more respect for a guy that chirps all the time than one who talks smack only when he up…#30 SU great player no doubt but very unlikeable that’s for sure.

[Boro33]

Sounds a lot like Trevor and Cody Harris, two Edinboro QBs from a decade ago or more.

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[Ram040506]

Well said Nation, I got more respect for a guy that chirps all the time than one who talks smack only when he up…#30 SU great player no doubt but very unlikeable that’s for sure.

Lol cuz he’s not on your team. All good, it’s an emotional game.

[Ram Tough]

Lol cuz he’s not on your team. All good, it’s an emotional game.

When you lead the nation in all-purpose yards, I'll put up with a little chirping.

[IUPNation]

When you lead the nation in all-purpose yards, I'll put up with a little chirping.

Not if it’s an IUP player, you will be OUTRAGED and will want revenge!

:-)

[RamPride]

[QUOTE=IUPNation;n726754]

Not if it’s an IUP player, you will be OUTRAGED and will want revenge!

:-)[/
We talkin about our Brown or the IUP Brown ?

[IUPNation]

We talkin about our Brown or the IUP Brown ?

Yours. Our players cannot chirp at all or you all will write revenge songs.

Apparently your program is fueled by revenge every season.


:-)

[Ram040506]

Yours. Our players cannot chirp at all or you all will write revenge songs.

Apparently your program is fueled by revenge every season.


:-)

It's good to have a chip on your shoulder. Complacency is no bueno.

[RamPride]

Yours. Our players cannot chirp at all or you all will write revenge songs.

Apparently your program is fueled by revenge every season.


:-)

You can monitor our Browns behavior on ESPN+ at 3:30…this Saturday…

[IUPbigINDIANS]

The secondary is fine numbers wise, one more transfer corner in order to move Taylor to Safety is there wish list.

Well, I know they are fine numbers-wise. Question is do they like all these guys moving in to 2023?

If they do add a stud CB and move Taylor to Safety, who is getting bumped?

I agree with you ... I think Taylor (No. 11 for those curious) would be a great Safety.

[Ram Tough]

If you get 2,700 all-purpose yards, I'll put up with a little chirping. When you have 27 yards, then I have a big problem.

[IUPNation]

You can monitor our Browns behavior on ESPN+ at 3:30…this Saturday…

I just monitored your trash talking after the State Game....couldn't find one.

You Swifties are front running frauds that is for sure.