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This Year Is Hard To Predict
Posted on 8/16/11 at 4:10 am
Posted on 8/16/11 at 4:10 am
Personally speaking, I haven't been this unsure about how Auburn is going to play through a season before. Talent-wise, we are impressive. Experience is clearly an important factor and we are really lacking in that department. I'm not sure if our talent can pull us through our minefield of a schedule without too much harm but it should be fun to watch.
My Analysis:
QB: Most likely will end up Barrett Trotter getting the nod at QB with Keihl Frazier getting Tebow circa 2006 kind of reps. At least, this is what I hope happens. Clint Moseley could very well get the job.
RB: Dyer. Kid is an animal when healthy and Onterio McCalebb gives us great speed of the edge. Also, for those who haven't heard, watch out for Tre Mason. He's looking like a gamechanger.
WR: Emory Blake will be our go-to WR this season with Quindarius Carr, DeAngelo Benton, *Quan Bray, *Trovon Reed, Sammie Coates, and *Travante Stallworth getting most of the reps.
* are for Wildcat Position players (which we didn't have to use last year because Cam could do QB and Wildcat)
OL: Surprisingly enough, our O-Lineman (although young) are shaping up to be a pretty solid group with a pretty comfortable 2-deep.
DL: Pretty solid group of kids but the DT's are going to need to step up to be able to consistently put pressure on opposing QB's. Our DE's are strong and lightning fast so we should have a great pass rush this year.
LB: We've got a couple ballers like Eltoro Freeman (although inconsistent in past seasons) and Darren Bates but the rest are going to have to prove themselves. Talent is there, though.
DB: Probably the most talented position group on our defense this year, honestly. Watch out for Erique Florence, Johnathan Rose, Demetruce McNeal, Johnathon Mincy, and T'Sharvan Bell. Neiko Thorpe should have a more specialized role this year so he won't be getting smoked by speedy WR's as much (hopefully).
Special Teams: Should be solid like last year. Although, losing one of the most clutch kickers in recent years at Auburn could hurt in pressure situations.
Be realistic and give me your prediction for Auburn and if you're up for it, a personal evaluation of your team.
My Analysis:
QB: Most likely will end up Barrett Trotter getting the nod at QB with Keihl Frazier getting Tebow circa 2006 kind of reps. At least, this is what I hope happens. Clint Moseley could very well get the job.
RB: Dyer. Kid is an animal when healthy and Onterio McCalebb gives us great speed of the edge. Also, for those who haven't heard, watch out for Tre Mason. He's looking like a gamechanger.
WR: Emory Blake will be our go-to WR this season with Quindarius Carr, DeAngelo Benton, *Quan Bray, *Trovon Reed, Sammie Coates, and *Travante Stallworth getting most of the reps.
* are for Wildcat Position players (which we didn't have to use last year because Cam could do QB and Wildcat)
OL: Surprisingly enough, our O-Lineman (although young) are shaping up to be a pretty solid group with a pretty comfortable 2-deep.
DL: Pretty solid group of kids but the DT's are going to need to step up to be able to consistently put pressure on opposing QB's. Our DE's are strong and lightning fast so we should have a great pass rush this year.
LB: We've got a couple ballers like Eltoro Freeman (although inconsistent in past seasons) and Darren Bates but the rest are going to have to prove themselves. Talent is there, though.
DB: Probably the most talented position group on our defense this year, honestly. Watch out for Erique Florence, Johnathan Rose, Demetruce McNeal, Johnathon Mincy, and T'Sharvan Bell. Neiko Thorpe should have a more specialized role this year so he won't be getting smoked by speedy WR's as much (hopefully).
Special Teams: Should be solid like last year. Although, losing one of the most clutch kickers in recent years at Auburn could hurt in pressure situations.
Be realistic and give me your prediction for Auburn and if you're up for it, a personal evaluation of your team.
This post was edited on 8/16/11 at 4:27 am
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Posted on 8/16/11 at 4:57 am to rbWarEagle
You pretty much said to "watch out" for everyone on your team.
Posted on 8/16/11 at 5:01 am to rbWarEagle
for leaving off Thiereze. And Freeman is looking like he might be on 2nd string again
Posted on 8/16/11 at 5:15 am to rbWarEagle
Good list and analysis. But I still have not been hearing much about Ladarius Phillips, Craig Sanders, CJ or Dee Ford in most of Auburns videos or write ups...
Id really like to see Craig get some playing time. I think he could be unreal but it looks like second string behind Nosa for him.
I did see Ladarius Phillips catch a few balls in the scrimmage but I also heard that Chizik was upset with him because he wanted him to drop a few pounds and he checked in last week at 290. It may be the doghouse for him.
I do agree that it is going to be a very difficult year to predict. I certainly think we will start off slow and do better as we gain a little playing time. Unfortunately for us, we do not have a schedule that allows that.
Id really like to see Craig get some playing time. I think he could be unreal but it looks like second string behind Nosa for him.
I did see Ladarius Phillips catch a few balls in the scrimmage but I also heard that Chizik was upset with him because he wanted him to drop a few pounds and he checked in last week at 290. It may be the doghouse for him.
I do agree that it is going to be a very difficult year to predict. I certainly think we will start off slow and do better as we gain a little playing time. Unfortunately for us, we do not have a schedule that allows that.
Posted on 8/16/11 at 6:14 am to rbWarEagle
Last year you guys had Cam, Nick Fairly, a veteran offensive line and a chip on your shoulders and Cam squeezed out wins against Clemson, USCe, Bama, Arkansas and LSU.
Now you guys lose all your strengths, coming off a BCSNC and lose Cam. You guys will lose 4 games minimum. You guys will have a bullseye on your backs and ALOT of teams lost close games last year and will be looking to finish the games on you.
Remember, Cam wont be there to bail your team out and carry you to a Victory.
Now you guys lose all your strengths, coming off a BCSNC and lose Cam. You guys will lose 4 games minimum. You guys will have a bullseye on your backs and ALOT of teams lost close games last year and will be looking to finish the games on you.
Remember, Cam wont be there to bail your team out and carry you to a Victory.
Posted on 8/16/11 at 6:59 am to rbWarEagle
Auburn goes 6-6. That schedule is killer
Posted on 8/16/11 at 7:33 am to rbWarEagle
I think Auburn will be a 8-4 team this year. I obviously don't know a lot about Auburn, but Guz Malzahn will have the offense rolling again. I really like Dyer, I think he's a great RB. I don't think the defense is going to play as well as last year. Funny, since Chizik has taken over, Auburn has had a strong offense and a mediocre defense - total opposite from previous coach.
I am expecting a 10-2 season for LSU. The schedule is too tough to go undefeated. All the places are there for a championship run though. LSU has an experienced OLine, a stacked backfield, inexperienced, but very talented WRs. Defensivley LSU has sacrificed size for speed. We are going to be fast, but not much size. If Anthony Johnson, Michael Brockers, or Josh Downs can step up their game at DT, LSU will have a better defense then last year.
And then there's QB play...
All I can say is hopefully the new offensive coaching staff can get them to play at a mediocre level.
I am expecting a 10-2 season for LSU. The schedule is too tough to go undefeated. All the places are there for a championship run though. LSU has an experienced OLine, a stacked backfield, inexperienced, but very talented WRs. Defensivley LSU has sacrificed size for speed. We are going to be fast, but not much size. If Anthony Johnson, Michael Brockers, or Josh Downs can step up their game at DT, LSU will have a better defense then last year.
And then there's QB play...
All I can say is hopefully the new offensive coaching staff can get them to play at a mediocre level.
Posted on 8/16/11 at 7:52 am to rbWarEagle
quote:
This Year Is Hard To Predict
Not really....
Alabama wins the West.
See how easy that was?
Posted on 8/16/11 at 8:24 am to rbWarEagle
My Analysis:
QB: This was our 2nd weakest position last season. If Brantley shows improvement, we should be alright. (The kid has the skills, just needs the confidence) Two highly touted backups are waiting for a chance (Driskel and Murphy)
RB: Our two returning (though undersized in a pro-scheme) RB's may be the fastest tandem in CFB. Combine that with a few larger and younger RB's and Trey Burton in the FB slot....No Problem.
WR: Our receivers were quiet last year because of shoddy QB, System, Play call, etc. With improvement all around on Offense, they should do well.
OL: Weakest position last year. Provided NO protection for the QB. Could hardly snap the ball for the first part of the season. I don't think there will be a MAJOR improvement, but we will show signs of moving in the right direction.
Defense: The D should be scarry good. CB's are a little young (with the loss of JJ) but will hold their own. We got the tools and coaching to have one of the best Defenses in the country by the end of the season.
Special Teams: Sturgis is back but Chaz is gone. Our return game has been in question this off season (whether we are going to use our TE or not). Either way, I'm not worried about ST.
Prediction for Auburn: 6-6/7-5 Most AU fans think the LSU, ARK, and Bama games will be close. I think Auburn walks out of all 3 with a L along with UGA and USC. I also think they struggle when UF comes to town and could end up losing that one in a close game.
Prediction for UF: 8-4/9-3 If the Gators can find an Offensive Identity, things will be looking up in G-ville for a very long time.
QB: This was our 2nd weakest position last season. If Brantley shows improvement, we should be alright. (The kid has the skills, just needs the confidence) Two highly touted backups are waiting for a chance (Driskel and Murphy)
RB: Our two returning (though undersized in a pro-scheme) RB's may be the fastest tandem in CFB. Combine that with a few larger and younger RB's and Trey Burton in the FB slot....No Problem.
WR: Our receivers were quiet last year because of shoddy QB, System, Play call, etc. With improvement all around on Offense, they should do well.
OL: Weakest position last year. Provided NO protection for the QB. Could hardly snap the ball for the first part of the season. I don't think there will be a MAJOR improvement, but we will show signs of moving in the right direction.
Defense: The D should be scarry good. CB's are a little young (with the loss of JJ) but will hold their own. We got the tools and coaching to have one of the best Defenses in the country by the end of the season.
Special Teams: Sturgis is back but Chaz is gone. Our return game has been in question this off season (whether we are going to use our TE or not). Either way, I'm not worried about ST.
Prediction for Auburn: 6-6/7-5 Most AU fans think the LSU, ARK, and Bama games will be close. I think Auburn walks out of all 3 with a L along with UGA and USC. I also think they struggle when UF comes to town and could end up losing that one in a close game.
Prediction for UF: 8-4/9-3 If the Gators can find an Offensive Identity, things will be looking up in G-ville for a very long time.
Posted on 8/16/11 at 9:41 am to rbWarEagle
quote:
This Year Is Hard To Predict
Not for me.
Bama and LSU lose 0-2 games each.
AU loses 4-6 games.
Posted on 8/16/11 at 10:28 am to rbWarEagle
Ah, the daily AU season prediction thread, complete with the usual descript words such as "unreal", "gamechanger", and "freak".
Posted on 8/16/11 at 11:38 am to rbWarEagle
Objectively, I don't see AU being as bad as some think/hope. There is talent there, young though it is. Another positive, I don't see the Chiz having the rollercoaster syndrome that tubby had, up one week down the next.
I have no idea how many games they win/lose, but I seriously doubt you see a Texas style train wreck this year. As for my hopes, I don't care if they only lose one game this year. That one I care about.
I have no idea how many games they win/lose, but I seriously doubt you see a Texas style train wreck this year. As for my hopes, I don't care if they only lose one game this year. That one I care about.
This post was edited on 8/16/11 at 11:39 am
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