Since we're all here, how do USCe fans expect their rushing offense to change this year? Obviously the talent and experience is there on the OL, which is irreplaceable. But, and correct me if I'm wrong, Thompson isn't a threat with his legs like Shaw was. Shaw accounted for at least 400 yds rushing each of the last 3 seasons. Will the offense be reworked? Will that contain Mike Davis some?

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Posted by CockRocket

Columbia, SC

Member since May 2012

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Posted on 7/2/14 at 10:09 pm to MenloDawg

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But, and correct me if I'm wrong, Thompson isn't a threat with his legs like Shaw was.

Definitely not. BUT, in a way, that will be used to our advantage. Thompson broke off two separate 19 yard runs against Clemson on zone-reads because the defense was in no way expecting him to run. Obviously coaches will catch on to that but every once in a while Dylan will keep it on a surprise and get some good yards.
20 yd run for a 1st down
19 yd run for 1st down
Also, Dylan will be way more inclined to stay in the pocket longer when facing pressure while Shaw would take off too early. Whether or not that will lead to errant throws from Thompson or not is a big question. He's given us both the good and the bad with that. In the Outback bowl vs Michigan in 2012 he threw the game winning TD w/ 11 seconds to go and took a massive hit.

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