i wouldn't call the lsu qb totally unproven qb because i think flynn played well a few years ago in a bowl game win vs. miami.....
fwiw...i think usc will have the best defense this year...
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i wouldn't call the lsu qb totally unproven qb because i think flynn played well a few years ago in a bowl game win vs. miami.....
fwiw...i think usc will have the best defense this year...
I try to be objective when it comes to LSU despite my allegiance as a former student and current season-ticket holder. I would say that a search of my posts would reveal that I played against LSU far more often than I've backed them in recent years.
I have been concerned with Matt Flynn's lack of game experience, but for years -- particularly in the Saban era -- I have been told by those close to the program that Matt Flynn is the better QB for this team (over Jamarcus russel) based on his overall decision-making, his ability to think on the move, and his willingness to make 1st downs with his legs. I am hearing very good things about his play this spring and summer, which is why I am gaining confidence in this team heading into the season. Still, Flynn is the #1 concern on this football team, especially because of the new OC after playing under Jimbo Fisher for the past 4 seasons. BTW, I feel that Jimbo Fisher is a great recruiter, but an average OC. I am very pleased to have Crowton.
Despite his 25-4 record as a starter and his excellent record vs ranked opponents, Jamarcus Russel made bad decisions regularly in BIG games. Whether or not he led a comeback victory, he was often the reason the team was behind. If Flynn can do what sometimes proved difficult for Russel, then this team could roll offensively.
Flynn will hand the ball to several quality RBs, who will run behind an excellent starting OL. Keiland Williams appears to me the 1 to look out for as a potential breakout RB, but RB by committee has been the course of action at LSU for years so Scott, Jackson and Hester should also be in the mix. 2-string at OL features VERY little experience and all american candidate Will Arnold has struggled w/ injuries throughout his career. OL depth is a major concern, partially because Saban abandoned the OL in 2 of his last 3 recruiting classes and partially because multiple backup linemen were kicked off of the team this offseason.
WR talent is there, including 5* T Tolliver and former 5* Early Doucet. Doucet played for 3 years behind 2 eventual 1RD draftees, and should have a very good season. By all accounts, Tolliver is a star in the making. Experience is a concern at WR after Doucet. TE's should be solid and deep.
Defensively, I still think the LSU front 7 will be the best in the nation, with the LBs being severely underrated nationally. The playing rotation of DTs and DEs is very impressive. I know I worte about this LY, but I think Darry Beckwith is the best LB I've seen. He is a bit short in stature, but his closing burst is awesome. This will be his Jr season, and I bet he makes a big splash. The CBs are experienced and solid. Both are willing to step up and put a hat on a ball carrier, but Jackson more-so. Big time losses at safety are a huge ??. Daniels and Landry are gone, and with them a combined 90 starts. I am not sold on Craig Steltz at SS, despite his 4 ints LY and his current status as a hometown hero in New Orleans.
We'll know a bunch more about this team heading into week 3, but as of now, I would look at backing MSU and VT against this LSU team in weeks 1 and 2. Heck, VT +9 looks easy at this point.
GL:weed:
is that the line ? against a very good defense & an experienced qb ?
haven't looked at the lines yet but it's very interesting...
Come to think of it, that's a line posted in a "big game" thread at another site. I
LSU has a ton of talent.
But as long as they have Forrest GUmp coaching I just cant see them making it to the big one. He single handidly F's up 1-2 games every year.
But as long as they have Forrest GUmp coaching I just cant see them making it to the big one. He single handidly F's up 1-2 games every year.
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Not because they are my team. Because they (Def)should be pretty damn good this season
Good luck this season AR182.
How lucky was Les Miles to land that job ?
Miles is a bonehead.
Good luck this season Sun Tzu.
Well I've got to admit my knee jerk reactions a few
weeks ago were a bit premature. I've since done
a little research and low and behold I look like a
square. :SIB
Hawaii will more than likely face Boise State for a
BCS Bid.
Penn St., Mich., Wisky., TOSSUP
Florida State Bowden has brought in the best
coachs $$$ can buy. And not like they don't have
any talent in the state of Florida.
If LSU can get by a Va. Tech team that is on a
mission much like LSU and the Saints were on
after Katrina, watch the f$ck out.
Just thought I'd jump in and eat some crow. :SIB
weeks ago were a bit premature. I've since done
a little research and low and behold I look like a
square. :SIB
Hawaii will more than likely face Boise State for a
BCS Bid.
Penn St., Mich., Wisky., TOSSUP
Florida State Bowden has brought in the best
coachs $$$ can buy. And not like they don't have
any talent in the state of Florida.
If LSU can get by a Va. Tech team that is on a
mission much like LSU and the Saints were on
after Katrina, watch the f$ck out.
Just thought I'd jump in and eat some crow. :SIB
kramer...
you're not eating crow....you're just changing your opinion which you're allowed to do...ask my wife she does it all the time even after the fact....:142smilie
you're not eating crow....you're just changing your opinion which you're allowed to do...ask my wife she does it all the time even after the fact....:142smilie
Not being smart, but that almost sounds like an oxymoron statement:mj07: I know they have made tremendous strides on that side of the ball at USC but the way they have played the last few years scoring 50 points a game and playing in the Pac 10, it just sounds funny to hear "USC has the best DEFENSE in the country":scared
Good luck with your plays this year!
Kramer Hawaii has a great shot at running the table.
In cusa memphis and houston should make some noise and cover early on till book gives them respect. Sleeper Tulsa.
Good Luck see you in a few weeks.
Eric
In cusa memphis and houston should make some noise and cover early on till book gives them respect. Sleeper Tulsa.
Good Luck see you in a few weeks.
Eric
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All Aboard for a new football season!
GL
