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re: Georgia is about to take over the East
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:34 am to Kcoyote
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:34 am to Kcoyote
Last 4 years of recruiting rankings for UGA:
16: 8th (3rd in the SEC)
15: 5th (2nd in the SEC)
14: 8th (6th in the SEC)
13: 12th (7th in the SEC)
Currently we are 3rd, 2nd in the SEC. So yes, this would be different than "normal". The only other time in the last 4 year recruiting cycle we've done comparable to this year was teh '15 class, many of which are playing big roles for us currently. Obviously our '16 class is showing out as well.
The problem with our inflated recruiting rankings is that we may finish 7th or so one year but then finish 7th in the SEC the next. You aren't going to get head and shoulders better than your schedule, talent wise, without putting 3 or 4 elite classes together in a row. All indications are that's exactly what we're about to start doing.
16: 8th (3rd in the SEC)
15: 5th (2nd in the SEC)
14: 8th (6th in the SEC)
13: 12th (7th in the SEC)
Currently we are 3rd, 2nd in the SEC. So yes, this would be different than "normal". The only other time in the last 4 year recruiting cycle we've done comparable to this year was teh '15 class, many of which are playing big roles for us currently. Obviously our '16 class is showing out as well.
The problem with our inflated recruiting rankings is that we may finish 7th or so one year but then finish 7th in the SEC the next. You aren't going to get head and shoulders better than your schedule, talent wise, without putting 3 or 4 elite classes together in a row. All indications are that's exactly what we're about to start doing.
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Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:36 am to WG_Dawg
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All indications are that's exactly what we're about to start doing.
Exactly. If you look at the trend of SEC East teams, Tennessee and Florida were consistently recruiting better than Georgia, either one, the other, or both. Now neither is recruiting better, and neither of those teams have the underclassmen that UGA has coming up, especially on offense.
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:38 am to Kcoyote
Isn't this the same thing said about UGA every year?
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:39 am to WG_Dawg
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The problem with our inflated recruiting rankings is that we may finish 7th or so one year but then finish 7th in the SEC the next. You aren't going to get head and shoulders better than your schedule, talent wise, without putting 3 or 4 elite classes together in a row. All indications are that's exactly what we're about to start doing.
I think people misunderstand why Kirby Smart was the choice. He wasn't hired to be some gameday genius. He was very much hired to upgrade UGA's recruiting. Time will tell if it works.
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:43 am to CarolinaGamecock99
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Their recruiting had consistently been top 10 and even then they've never controlled the east
Top 10 recruiting doesn't cut it when the best teams in the SEC have top 5 recruiting and you are weak where it counts most in the trenches. Richt was always good at recruiting skill players; not so much at recruiting top linemen, LB and defensive backs. I would add that our WR are also too small and don't make up for their size with uncommon speed and athleticism. Heck are most dynamic playmaker is McKenzie who is 5'8" 170lb. and drops about as many passes as he catches. I hold my breath every time he gets hit carry the football.
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:44 am to atlgamecockman
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You should be worried that a supposedly great defensive coach's defense gave up 14 in the 4th quarter to end the regular season.
I'd be a little more worried if my defensive genius just allowed 50+ points at will to any team.
This post was edited on 11/28/16 at 11:48 am
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:46 am to DawgCountry
Talent differential is obvious. You also weren't playing a playoff team.
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:51 am to Kcoyote
Kirby, baw
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:53 am to atlgamecockman
Preseason Georgia hype train starting earlier than usual this year
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:54 am to Crowknowsbest
So Chaney and Kirby are going to develop all that offensive talent 
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:55 am to Nukeese
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So Chaney and Kirby are going to develop all that offensive talent
I'll take my chances with more talented players vs. other teams' less talented ones.
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:56 am to Kcoyote
So what the OP is saying is they're taking Tennessee's preseason title next year?
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:56 am to Crowknowsbest
Like vs Vandy and Ga Tech and Nicholls
Posted on 11/28/16 at 11:58 am to Nukeese
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Like vs Vandy and Ga Tech and Nicholls
Sure. I'll roll those dice over and over.
Posted on 11/28/16 at 12:03 pm to Kcoyote
I expect our DL to really be improved next year, don't see much drop off if any at other defensive positions. OL and WR are worrisome and will depend on new contributors next year.
Posted on 11/28/16 at 12:06 pm to Kcoyote
Maybe, the East is still in flux.
Should be wide open next year.
Should be wide open next year.
Posted on 11/28/16 at 12:10 pm to Nukeese
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Nukeese
Your coach squanders more talent than any other in the conference.
Posted on 11/28/16 at 12:11 pm to dawgdayafternoon
he's an alter, pay him no mind
Posted on 11/28/16 at 12:11 pm to Kcoyote
Jim Chaney is their OC, they'll win nothing of significance until a change is made there.
Posted on 11/28/16 at 12:12 pm to WG_Dawg
Anyone want to comment on the state of Oline for next year?
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