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Lets discuss this matchup: Arkansas Rush O vs A&M Rush D
Posted on 9/24/14 at 9:55 am
Posted on 9/24/14 at 9:55 am
This matchup is what I believe will hold the key to whether A&M covers the -8.5 spread. I'm convinced that A&M will be able to continue their effective passing attack against Arkansas' secondary. However, whether Arkansas can answer with their rushing game will be the key to whether this is an offensive shootout or an A&M blowout IMO. I'm sold on Myles Garrett and I believe A&M's rush D has vastly improved since last year. I think A&M stops Arkansas enough to win by 10+. What says the rant?
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Posted on 9/24/14 at 9:59 am to LSUsuperfresh
Depends on how much growth that offense has had since the first game. I could see Arkansas giving A&M problems if they can keep A&M from blowing them away early on.
The later Arkansas can stay in the game the better, because if they run well that A&M defensive line will wear down.
The later Arkansas can stay in the game the better, because if they run well that A&M defensive line will wear down.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 9:59 am to LSUsuperfresh
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I believe A&M's rush D has vastly improved since last year.
Why do you think that? They gave up 240 rushing yards to Rice.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 9:59 am to Stonehog
How many did they give up to Rice last year? Serious question. I know it's a lot
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:00 am to LSUsuperfresh
It should be an interesting game. I am looking forward to it.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:00 am to LSUsuperfresh
I expect Bert to try to attack the edges with some misdirection early on. Hopefully it will slow the Aggy D down a little and soften up the middle for our more traditional running plays later on.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:01 am to LSUsuperfresh
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How many did they give up to Rice last year? Serious question. I know it's a lot
306, but half their defense was suspended.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:02 am to Stonehog
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Why do you think that? They gave up 240 rushing yards to Rice.
Hey, you should do a ban bet with A&M fans too.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:04 am to LSUsuperfresh
A&M's (1st team) D has done a commendable job at stopping the run this year, they will give up more than their average to a much improved Arkansas rushing attack, but I believe the difference in this years D is that they will be able to get a few more stops on 3rd down. A&M by at leat two scores.
Edit* first team and getting guys back on D will show the improvement from last year. Having our 2s and 3s give up so,e yards to rice doesn't really worry me.
Edit* first team and getting guys back on D will show the improvement from last year. Having our 2s and 3s give up so,e yards to rice doesn't really worry me.
This post was edited on 9/24/14 at 10:08 am
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:05 am to Stonehog
How much of those 240 yards was them giving the backups some reps though? They held USCe to 67 rushing yards. Could they have done that last year?
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:06 am to LSUsuperfresh
Shaan Washington and Mastro are both back and healthy at LB which should be big. They were out vs Rice and it showed how thin we are at the position. I expect Arkansas to run on us though
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:06 am to slacker130
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:07 am to slacker130
If I was Bert I would snap the ball with 1 second on the play clock everytime and keep TAMU's offense off the field as long as I could. Really shorten the game a whole lot. No this is not a troll by the way. Limit the amount of plays TAMU can run and it will be a hell of a game.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:07 am to LSUsuperfresh
Depends if Arkansas can keep the A&M D honest with a decent passing game. If not, A&M stacks 8 in the box and sells out stopping the run.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:07 am to slacker130
Like every other offensive system out there, if we stay in our comfort zone then Arkansas can put up a ton of points. If we have to get out of that comfort zone... well... I'd tell you to go watch the second half of the Auburn game from this season but I'm trying to forget about that.
If the Aggies want to be a player for the SEC and Natty titles they will need their defense to step up in some games.
If the Aggies want to be a player for the SEC and Natty titles they will need their defense to step up in some games.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:07 am to Stonehog
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Why do you think that? They gave up 240 rushing yards to Rice.
Their QB was their leading rusher and they utilized an option attack. Neither is going to be the case with Arkansas.
Plus, A&Ms starting MLB was out and A&M subbed in the scrubs on both sides of the ball in the second half to get them reps.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:09 am to LSUsuperfresh
How many times does Arkansas punt, or attempt a field goal? That's all I want to know. If that combined number is 6 or more, A&M should win fairly comfortably, as I don't see A&M having too many empty possession. Arkansas will get some yards, but I think A&M's defense will make enough stops to prevent Arkansas from matching the A&M offense point for point.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:10 am to Tigerfan613
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If I was Bert I would snap the ball with 1 second on the play clock everytime and keep TAMU's offense off the field as long as I could. Really shorten the game a whole lot. No this is not a troll by the way. Limit the amount of plays TAMU can run and it will be a hell of a game.
If Arkansas can keep its offense on the field and have numerous 10+ play drives like it did against Texas Tech, then you have a good strategy. Provided, that the offensive scheme isn't used to snaps with 10-15 seconds on the clock--waiting around can cause hiccups and false-start penalties.
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:16 am to LSUsuperfresh
Arkansas covers and wins the game straight up. 
Posted on 9/24/14 at 10:22 am to Tigerfan613
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If I was Bert I would snap the ball with 1 second on the play clock everytime and keep TAMU's offense off the field as long as I could. Really shorten the game a whole lot.
A&M doesn't care about time of possession. It's about scoring TDs on a higher percentage of possessions than the opponent, and then running to wind the clock down to zero.
If Arkansas has the ball for 5 mins/possession for 7 possessions and only scores on 40% of them, and A&M has the ball for 2mins/possession for 7 possessions but scores on 60% of them, A&M will have a double digit lead in the 4th and will try to run the ball to bleed out the remaining time.
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