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Originally posted by IUPbigINDIANS View Post
I suspect the OL will be much better by the next scrimmage. Those are all proven guys. They need reps in this system. They are likely 'thinking' too much rather than simply playing. That's the purpose of camp. I suspect they will look much different a week from now.
Don't forget, this IUP DL, while being questioned because it lacks the 300 pounders, just may be scary good. Logan Danielson, the most hyped up player to ever be on campus for four years and not take a snap, had two sacks yesterday - and is a real handful. Tyrone Fowler is just on a different level and will make many OL look foolish this season.
The DL is smaller than we are used to seeing but will also be much, much faster. We keep hearing about how massive the IUP OL is ... well, it seems speed won the day yesterday.
I will say this, if that OL doesn't get up to speed come opening night, well, anybody on the home side offended by choice language better wear ear plugs. That's one of the more entertaining sideline huddles around to listen to.
It's also my opinion the defenses have a massive, massive advantage in intrasquad scrimmages. They know the calls. They know the formations/plays. Heck, in a dead quiet stadium they probably hear the play call. They know the QB probably isn't going to take off.
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Originally posted by EyeoftheHawk View Post
You did a great job of pointing out the positives. That said, you’re being generous in your comments on the O line. It was awful, especially the first group. Miscommunication and slow, although not knowing where to be makes you slower so I’m sure that’s part of it. That said, no need to fully press the panic button a few days into the first fall practices. As was pointed out, the defense looks great but also likely knows what’s coming.
IF they can’t get the O line to gel, and I’m not saying they can’t, it doesn’t matter what kind of other weapons they have. All I know is yesterday the QB, running backs, and receivers looked pretty darned ordinary because the line performed poorly. I’ll admit it’s not fair to make too many judgements based on the first live scrimmage of the fall but this is something to keep an eye on.
Don't forget, this IUP DL, while being questioned because it lacks the 300 pounders, just may be scary good. Logan Danielson, the most hyped up player to ever be on campus for four years and not take a snap, had two sacks yesterday - and is a real handful. Tyrone Fowler is just on a different level and will make many OL look foolish this season.
The DL is smaller than we are used to seeing but will also be much, much faster. We keep hearing about how massive the IUP OL is ... well, it seems speed won the day yesterday.
I will say this, if that OL doesn't get up to speed come opening night, well, anybody on the home side offended by choice language better wear ear plugs. That's one of the more entertaining sideline huddles around to listen to.
It's also my opinion the defenses have a massive, massive advantage in intrasquad scrimmages. They know the calls. They know the formations/plays. Heck, in a dead quiet stadium they probably hear the play call. They know the QB probably isn't going to take off.
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Originally posted by PSAC Fan View PostAll the parts are in place. Only need time to work together as a unit. Defense is a little ahead of the Offense at this point. I don't think the smaller D-line will have any problems. They looked fantastic. The DB's looked good as well. If they can compete with these receivers, they should be in great shape. I believe the coaching staff has really pushed this team over the first 1.5 weeks. Seems the offense is making the defense better and vice versa. Mid-second week comes with a lot of soreness and dead legs. Offensive line missed some assignments which caused some hurried throws and sacks but we know Campola will have them geared up and ready. QB and RB positions will be fine as well. Looking forward to next weeks scrimmage and seeing the improvements.
IF they can’t get the O line to gel, and I’m not saying they can’t, it doesn’t matter what kind of other weapons they have. All I know is yesterday the QB, running backs, and receivers looked pretty darned ordinary because the line performed poorly. I’ll admit it’s not fair to make too many judgements based on the first live scrimmage of the fall but this is something to keep an eye on.
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All the parts are in place. Only need time to work together as a unit. Defense is a little ahead of the Offense at this point. I don't think the smaller D-line will have any problems. They looked fantastic. The DB's looked good as well. If they can compete with these receivers, they should be in great shape. I believe the coaching staff has really pushed this team over the first 1.5 weeks. Seems the offense is making the defense better and vice versa. Mid-second week comes with a lot of soreness and dead legs. Offensive line missed some assignments which caused some hurried throws and sacks but we know Campola will have them geared up and ready. QB and RB positions will be fine as well. Looking forward to next weeks scrimmage and seeing the improvements.
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Scrimmages -- especially intrasquad -- certainly have their limitations. Both sides pretty much know what the other is doing, QBs usually aren't allowed to run or get hit, etc.
That said, what's the word out of Miller yesterday?
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Originally posted by IUP Crimson Hawk View PostHearing from sources that Karst Hunter is the REAL DEAL. We will see come August 31st. The 6-5 220 pound body with speed and the arm is great from the highlights I saw on him.
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Apparently there was a more unofficial scrimmage this morning somewhat closed to the public.
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There is no scrimmage tonight. The scrimmage is next Wednesday the 23rd at 6:30.
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Originally posted by IUPbigINDIANS View Post
That is quite an intro for a new HC.
Reminds me of the year Lombardi opened with 5 or 6 straight nationally ranked teams.
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Originally posted by IUPbigINDIANS View PostAshland was picked to win the GMAC.
Their opening month is insanely brutal.
@ IUP
@ Ferris State
Hillsdale
@ Tiffin
@ Ohio Dominican
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Originally posted by IUPalum View Post
Yikes... they could be eliminated by week 5.
Reminds me of the year Lombardi opened with 5 or 6 straight nationally ranked teams.
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According to Indiana Gazette article, there is a scrimmage tomorrow morning beginning at 9:30.
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