VSU @ NGU

[Fan_the_Flame]

The third quarter would not have been the time, but I do believe a series early in the 2nd quarter would have been good. With the Bi-week I'd love to see something like that implemented - Ivory for one series only, at some point in each game. It could possibly lead to a QB controversy but if it is explained that it's one series only, no matter the result, I don't think there would be a problem.

There's not going to be a quarterback controversy at VSU as long as Rogan Wells is here and healthy. You can count on it.

There's also a freshman QB in the wings that physically is built along the same lines as Rogan (maybe a little stronger arm). He spins the ball very nicely and appears to manage the game extremely well (at least in practice/scrimmages).

I'd picture Durham continuing to be a role player (albeit an extremely exciting role player) in the near future.

In 2012 we had a guy transfer in named Reginald Lewis who had been a quarterback at North Greenville. Fast as lightning. Great team guy. Very hard worker. All around good guy who quickly became a big part of the team.

Our quarterback was Cayden Cochran. Never any question.

So Reginald (whose nick name was "Nice"), came in as a receiver instead of a QB. Goal was to get him in open space and let him do his thing. We did, and he did, and it worked very well.

Occasionally would line him up in the Wildcat and him run the ball. Occasional jet sweeps. From time to time he would throw it. But mostly it was about him at receiver and using his exceptional feet and speed to get him into space so he could use the gift for the team. He had 58 catches in 2012 (second on the team behind AA Gerald Ford). He made one of the great plays I've seen over the years up in Mankato during the playoffs. Pure tenacity.

Lewis was 100% a team guy. He wasn't a "look at me" kinda guy. He was available to be used for whatever helped the team win (sadly he passed away last year).

I'd like to see us use Ivory in a similar way as we used Reginald Lewis. HJ would be an every play guy at receiver. We'd win by having him on the field more. He'd win by being a more integral part of the team. And our team would continue winning.

[boyblue]

Wells on the sideline? Really? Have you even watched Blazer football the last two seasons? Goodness.

The third quarter would not have been the time, but I do believe a series early in the 2nd quarter would have been good. With the Bi-week I'd love to see something like that implemented - Ivory for one series only, at some point in each game. It could possibly lead to a QB controversy but if it is explained that it's one series only, no matter the result, I don't think there would be a problem.

[BlazerChampion316]

Wells on the sideline? Really? Have you even watched Blazer football the last two seasons? Goodness.

[Wide_Right]

Time to put Wells on the sideline 2 picks so far

If you ever have children - god help them.
You'd pull them in the 2nd quarter. ;)


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[boyblue]

Funny thing is the offensive line has been holding up pretty well, it's that defensive front that we had early on this season, that is still good but no longer dominant. Have we had injuries, what's up with that?

[Rollodex]

BL I appreciate the the fact that you always point out each year's team is different, they have their own personality as a group.

We've been spoiled by Dean's teams that tended to got stronger as the season went on (barring injuries) and Bells teams that got better year after year till they became dominant. Goff's first team is going to be a reflection of him. It appears that Goff is no Bell, he doesn't measure his teams success by the amount of points scored; our performances of late haven't been Dean like either, in that we seem to have stalled in terms of getting better.

Could it be that teams now have enough tape on us to game plan effectively? If that is the case then the bi-week has come at the perfect time. We need to scout ourselves and remove any tendencies that we've developed.

I'm not going to get down on Coach because he has some awfully large shoes to fill and in the only stat that matters he is perfect. It appears that Coach Goff is a blend of Dean & Bell, so we won't average 50 points per game, we run the ball more and depend more on our defense. Right now we're not good enough to beat the best teams in the country (maybe not even in the GSC) but let's allow Coach Goff to do has job and with two weeks to get ready for the Argos, our next game should tell us a lot about our Coach & our team. I for one would not bet against either.

You're spot on boyblue the Delta State & Greenville game showed us we not ready to beat the best teams in D2 and I for one not happy with Goff gameplan and my confidence in him is 50/50 and it's not going to be a happy fan base if we don't atleast make it to the semifinals or get embarrass against West Florida. Too much talent and speed to not continually be an explosive offense. This time last year I knew we was unstoppable and probably going to win it all but I can't say that this year and we have the same team minus a few good offensive linemen

[boyblue]

Yes I know he got some wheels on him but the back up can do the same. Just thought we needed a change under center to get an offensive spark many coaches does this

You're probably right, with the D playing as well as they were in the first half, I can see where giving Ivory a series could have helped both QB's, It would have given Ivory a confidence boost and Rogan a chance to settle down.

[Rollodex]

Was last year as well.

BTW, Ivory had one tote for one yard (I think that was a jet sweep). No throws.

Thought he should of played more than 1 snap especially with the offense playing so flat. Any given play he can get big yardage or take it to the house. To darn talented to just get in one play.

[Rollodex]

Rolodex, was it ok with you that Rogan was in the game on that TD run to win the game?

Yes I know he got some wheels on him but the back up can do the same. Just thought we needed a change under center to get an offensive spark many coaches does this

[boyblue]

I have seen this team in a video, hollering and jumping around coming out of the gate at Delta State without any hype or a large crowd to cheer them on. Yet, there was sheer joy on their faces. Last night I saw a team with grit and determination who refused to give up when they were down.

This team is not last year's team. This team has its own identity.......a team that loves to play, a team that is resilient, a team that is gaining a deeper knowledge and understanding of the game. I think the coaching staff has a lot to do with that.

BL I appreciate the the fact that you always point out each year's team is different, they have their own personality as a group.

We've been spoiled by Dean's teams that tended to got stronger as the season went on (barring injuries) and Bells teams that got better year after year till they became dominant. Goff's first team is going to be a reflection of him. It appears that Goff is no Bell, he doesn't measure his teams success by the amount of points scored; our performances of late haven't been Dean like either, in that we seem to have stalled in terms of getting better.

Could it be that teams now have enough tape on us to game plan effectively? If that is the case then the bi-week has come at the perfect time. We need to scout ourselves and remove any tendencies that we've developed.

I'm not going to get down on Coach because he has some awfully large shoes to fill and in the only stat that matters he is perfect. It appears that Coach Goff is a blend of Dean & Bell, so we won't average 50 points per game, we run the ball more and depend more on our defense. Right now we're not good enough to beat the best teams in the country (maybe not even in the GSC) but let's allow Coach Goff to do has job and with two weeks to get ready for the Argos, our next game should tell us a lot about our Coach & our team. I for one would not bet against either.

[BlazerLady]

I have seen this team in a video, hollering and jumping around coming out of the gate at Delta State without any hype or a large crowd to cheer them on. Yet, there was sheer joy on their faces. Last night I saw a team with grit and determination who refused to give up when they were down.

This team is not last year's team. This team has its own identity.......a team that loves to play, a team that is resilient, a team that is gaining a deeper knowledge and understanding of the game. I think the coaching staff has a lot to do with that.

[Shugley]

WOW! Great effort by Wells. Very poor tackling by NGU. I love the GSC! Any Given Saturday! Who would have thought this game was going to be this close?

I ended up watching 3/4 of the game because it was so good.

[BlazerLady]

VSU game write up.
https://vstateblazers.com/news/2019/...al-minute.aspx

NGU write up:
http://www.nguathletics.com/football...aldosta-state/

Hats off to NGU. They played lights out! VSU had not been held scoreless in the first half since 2017. What a tremendous effort.

But, so proud of our Blazers. We know teams will give us their "A" game, but the Blazers did not give up. They kept fighting and playing like champions!
Last night, as Juston Lewis wrote in the VDT, we saw the heart of a champion!!

The Heart of a Champion by Juston Lewis.
https://www.valdostadailytimes.com/s...2eada1b76.html

[Rollodex]

Did you just write that Rogan is flat like he has been all season long, except for last week? I just want to make sure my eyes aren't playing tricks on me.

Well i mean flat as an a season ago but it's the new offense I know he's a great quarterback just not use to him averaging 200 plus yards a game I admit last year quick explosive offense spoiled me and he should of won the Harlon Hill. Hes not putting up them numbers this year and it's not his fault

[Rollodex]

He's definitely the starter, it's obvious both are still adjusting to this new offense and Ivory definitely not comfortable in it but he hardly if gets to throw a pass and more dangerous as a runner when the play breaks down in this offense, both passing stats are down compared to last year but this a time possession nickle & dime offense which we not accustomed to