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re: LSU Spring Game Thoughts

Posted on 4/5/14 at 10:47 pm to
Posted by dbt_Geaux_Tigers_196
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Posted on 4/5/14 at 10:47 pm to
If we can get by Wisconsin and MSU I think we might be in good shape by the AU game.
Posted by AlwysATgr
Member since Apr 2008
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Posted on 4/5/14 at 10:57 pm to
quote:

starting a TF at QB will cost LSU a couple games


Yep - and our SEC road schedule is brutal; away games at Auburn, UF, A&M, and Arky.
Posted by BamaScoop
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Posted on 4/5/14 at 11:02 pm to
8-4
Posted by geauxnavybeatbama
Member since Jul 2013
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Posted on 4/5/14 at 11:04 pm to
not saying you're wrong, but which four?
Posted by RB10
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Posted on 4/5/14 at 11:45 pm to
LSU will have the best defensive backfield in the SEC in 2014 & 2015.
Posted by Datbayoubengal
Port City
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 12:05 am to
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You can see the athleticism... good speed and throws a nice ball. With that said, starting a TF at QB will cost LSU a couple games (granted maybe not as many as starting Jennings).


Thing is, our first real test is yall on the road. Wisconsin loses their entire front 7 and our OL is like a giant road grater and with nothing but big power backs, a small power back (with speed), and a monster back (with everything) We'll probably rush for 300+. After that, we sail two games, then play MSU at home. Our first major test is 5 weeks out when we go to Jordan-Hare. I think Harris or Jennings will have had enough preparation to perform well by that time.
This post was edited on 4/6/14 at 12:06 am
Posted by WilliamTaylor21
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 1:23 am to
I'd like to see this for each teams spring game. Nicely done.
Posted by JacksonLSU
california
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 3:29 am to
in other words bama sucks donkey dick with wanna bees trying to achieve next years norm... to be the bama standard. they arnt close enough so they try harder due to nicks smothering communist narsicist plan cuz he hates it,,,,then they perform even worse then their talent cuz of the pressure lmao
This post was edited on 4/6/14 at 3:32 am
Posted by geauxnavybeatbama
Member since Jul 2013
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 5:25 am to
oh shite
Posted by Won3ofTheLast5
Member since Mar 2014
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 7:16 am to


Alabama held its first scrimmage of spring practice at Bryant-Denny Stadium Saturday. When it was over, Crimson Tide Coach Nick Saban said he was “really pleased with the effort and intensity. I really like the attitude of this team, how they work and the effort that they give, the mental and physical toughness they play with. A lot of guys come out and are conscientious to do a good job, and I think it shows in the way we play and the way we compete.

The togetherness on the team is, to me, a lot better. I said back in the beginning that we’re starting over in terms of starting a new program and going back to reemphasize the basic fundamental things that we thought made the program successful to start with. Everybody has to buy into that, and I like the way the players have responded. I like the leadership we have so far on this team.”
Posted by TigersOfGeauxld
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Member since Aug 2009
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 7:33 am to
The first team defense looked awesome. Only points given up by the Purple team were the pick sixes and the defense wasn't on the field for those.

Can't really judge the First team offense at this point, even though the Purple offense scored 42 points and gained 622 yards which included 399 yards through the air on 49 pass plays. It was evident the focus was on going deep for this game.

Too early to make a call at QB, although all three scholarship QB's threw TD passes. RB depth was non-existent as only two scholarship RB's played and one of those, Magee, went out early in the second half. Hilliard does look to be in very good form now, and Magee was running well until he twisted his ankle.

Again lack of depth at WR was evident, as only Dural was a factor, but he looks primed for a big year. He had five receptions for 130 yards and a pair of touchdowns in the spring game. Tight end DeSean Smith also added three receptions for 45 yards and a score. It was unusual to see both the TE's and FB's so involved in the passing game. The OL looked great. Really shaping up to be a good unit.

When the freshman contingent arrives, I expect to see a lot of those challenge for starting roles, particularly on offense. The defense we saw in the spring game will only make minimal changes, maybe one or two players at most will compete for starting roles. It's a whole other story on offense, where as many as five freshman could wind up winning starting roles. It seems certain that LSU will be a very young team on offense this year.

It's also certain that there is a lot of talent in Baton Rouge. LSU will wind up being a tough out for anyone. The Tigers will be capable of beating anyone on their schedule.


Posted by Maximus
Member since Feb 2004
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 7:35 am to
he sounds scared
Posted by TT9
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 7:37 am to
quote:

8-4
being kind
Posted by Won3ofTheLast5
Member since Mar 2014
370 posts
Posted on 4/6/14 at 7:57 am to
Nope. The problem last year was chemistry and attitude. It appears Saban has "fixed" that.
Posted by SoFla Tideroller
South Florida
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 8:04 am to
My two questions for LSU (as an outsider) are:

1) QB, obviously. Jennings didn't show anything to calm Tiger fans nerves and HArris is a TF. That, and coupled with both WRs from last year means at some point inconsistent play in the passing game. But, with the OL and RB talent, will that even matter?

2) DTs - are they better than last year? Johnson and Ferguson were, to be kind, average last season. Will the youngsters stepping up play at a level LSU fans have gotten used to over the years?

I see LSU losing 2 at the most (Bama and AU). If things break right (injuries, adequate QB play, "Mad Hatter" magic) they're in ATL.
Posted by FightinTiga
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 8:11 am to
I think it's safe to say opposing DC's will know what's coming and how to gameplan against LSU's offense this year.The DT tackle plan was disappointing last season,won't take much to see improvement.Personally I see a 9-3 campaign.
Posted by gatordmb89
Member since Dec 2009
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 8:38 am to
Sounds like we will see some Les Miles football again. Lots of ground n pound.
Posted by LC412000
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 9:30 am to
Scoop I was at the game yesterday and right now if you gave me +35 for the LSU Bama game I am unsure if it would be enough for me to take the bet. Gonna get hung on the cross for my comment, but we have some QB issues, some MAJOR QB issues
Posted by FightinTiga
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Posted on 4/6/14 at 9:31 am to
Posted by hehatedrew
New Zealand
Member since Oct 2009
25504 posts
Posted on 4/6/14 at 9:35 am to
I agree with you on that. They can be resolved, but in your hearts, most realistic LSU fans have to realize this.
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