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Posted on 2/6/21 at 7:24 am to GulfCoastOutlaw
UGA 34
Clemson 31 - can see it going either way. DJ U. will be a pretty good QB but UGA overall has more talent.
BAMA 45
Miami 20
Clemson 31 - can see it going either way. DJ U. will be a pretty good QB but UGA overall has more talent.
BAMA 45
Miami 20
Posted on 2/6/21 at 10:53 am to Roscoe
quote:This is not correct. Skalski does not return and neither does their FS, Nolan Turner. They have a couple of other guys that can go to the NFL, but I don't know if they decided to go or stay. They were very young lasts season defensively, though.
Defense - every starter returns next season.
Skalski will be a hard one to replace. He was their QB on defense lining people up. When he went out against Ohio State it became very evident how much he was missed as they were looking confused on defense and had a hard time lining up. If they have somebody that can learn this, they will be in decent shape, but Skalski is a huge loss on defense.
On offense Lyn-J Dixon will be a good replacement for Etienne. Not as good, but still very good.
I mean...as a whole your post seems spot on, but Skalski on defense is a HUGE loss.
As for their two DE? Will they be able to beat out KJ Henry and Myles Murphy? I doubt they will see an upgrade there, although maybe different players. They have had the great talent across their DLine. I have to think their problem on the DLine stems from a lack of development or scheme? Coaching has to be the root, because they have insane talent.
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“talented”
Not sure what this means.Posted on 2/6/21 at 11:00 am to FireDanMullen
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you lost 2 starters in Campbell and Stephenson after the game and had 3 other DBs with experience go pro.
LeCount was a starter, too.
I do think Safety will not be an issue, though, as Cris Smith filled in VERY well for LeCount and Cine will be back. I think it is reasonable to be concerned about our corners, though.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 11:53 am to GulfCoastOutlaw
Clemson rolls UGa
Alabama rolls The U
UGA fans bray like donkeys all season.
See ya in the playoffs...
Alabama rolls The U
UGA fans bray like donkeys all season.
See ya in the playoffs...
Posted on 2/6/21 at 12:05 pm to DawgsLife
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This is not correct. Skalski does not return and neither does their FS, Nolan Turner. They have a couple of other guys that can go to the NFL, but I don't know if they decided to go or stay. They were very young lasts season defensively, though. Skalski will be a hard one to replace. He was their QB on defense lining people up. When he went out against Ohio State it became very evident how much he was missed as they were looking confused on defense and had a hard time lining up. If they have somebody that can learn this, they will be in decent shape, but Skalski is a huge loss on defense. On offense Lyn-J Dixon will be a good replacement for Etienne. Not as good, but still very good.
Both Skalski and Turner have opted to return under the "extra" year the NCAA is granting this year. Clemson is losing Mike Jones (OLB) to the portal as a graduate transfer and he was technically a starter, but Trenton Simpson would start over him next year any way. Justin Foster and Xavier Thomas were both starters at DE in 2019, and both return -Foster missed all of 2020.
Lyn-J Dixon is a big drop-off from Etienne. I think it will be RB by committee, and I hope one of the freshmen emerges to help solidify that position.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 12:05 pm to DawgsLife
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This is not correct. Skalski does not return and neither does their FS, Nolan Turner.
Skalski and Turner both announced they are coming back next year.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 12:14 pm to myflabbersghasted
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Both Skalski and Turner have opted to return under the "extra" year the NCAA is granting this year.
I don't know that much about Celmson, so I didn't know that. It shocks me the Skalski is coming back. He was a stud. I figured for sure he would go NFL.
quote:I'm sure they are good, but do you really think they are that much better than Henry and Murphy? I mean, like I said....great depth, but probably not a huge upgrade.
Justin Foster and Xavier Thomas were both starters at DE in 2019, and both return -Foster missed all of 2020.
quote:I like what I have seen of Dixon. I think he will take the lead. It's just really, really hard to get the kind of production and continuity that Etienne gave you. He was really, really good. While he was heralded, I still think he was underappreciated by a lot of people.
Lyn-J Dixon is a big drop-off from Etienne. I think it will be RB by committee, and I hope one of the freshmen emerges to help solidify that position.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 12:15 pm to TearsofKnowshon
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Skalski and Turner both announced they are coming back next year.
Yeah. I hate to hear that about Skalski, in particular. he was the heart and soul of their defense, imo.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 12:24 pm to DawgsLife
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I don't know that much about Celmson, so I didn't know that. It shocks me the Skalski is coming back. He was a stud. I figured for sure he would go NFL.
I too was surprised. I think he wants to prove he can get through a playoff game without a targeting ejection.
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I'm sure they are good, but do you really think they are that much better than Henry and Murphy? I mean, like I said....great depth, but probably not a huge upgrade.
I don't see anyone starting over Murphy. Thomas needs to be more consistent, which is a trademark of Foster's. I think depth is the main benefit, as you suggested.
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I like what I have seen of Dixon. I think he will take the lead. It's just really, really hard to get the kind of production and continuity that Etienne gave you.
Lyn-J runs too upright and dances around too much. If he gets in the clear, he can take it to the house, but is nowhere near the complete, physical back that Etienne was.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 12:29 pm to myflabbersghasted
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Both Skalski and Turner have opted to return under the "extra" year the NCAA is granting this year.
I'm not thrilled about Turner returning. He's a good kid, but a liability against teams with fast and athletic receivers. I won't be surprised if he's not the starter against UGA.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 12:38 pm to myflabbersghasted
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I too was surprised. I think he wants to prove he can get through a playoff game without a targeting ejection.
He's a hoss, man. You could tell the difference in your defense when he went out.
quote:You guys are definitely stacked along the DLine. It is out and out scary!
I don't see anyone starting over Murphy. Thomas needs to be more consistent, which is a trademark of Foster's. I think depth is the main benefit, as you suggested.
quote:I knew Etienne was special. That first game is going to be a killer. I would have much preferred playing Clemson in game #3 or later. Our secondary is very talented, but very inexperienced. It'll be interesting to see how your young QB reacts. Lawrence missing a couple of games this past season might turn out to be a blessing in disguise. It gave Ugeleilei (Sorry for the spelling) some much needed experience. He looked good when he was in there, but like Etienne, there will have to be at least a little drop off...at least for the first few games.
Lyn-J runs too upright and dances around too much. If he gets in the clear, he can take it to the house, but is nowhere near the complete, physical back that Etienne was.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 12:40 pm to El_Tigre94
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I'm not thrilled about Turner returning. He's a good kid, but a liability against teams with fast and athletic receivers. I won't be surprised if he's not the starter against UGA.
Our receivers are good. Very, very good and lot's of depth. Arian Smith is lightening fast, and Pickens has great hands and fights for the ball. Burton and Jackson are just very good.
It will be great match ups with your defense. Especially since it will be a very veteran defense next year.
ETA
Not sure if you guys noticed, but I stayed away from a prediction. Too close to call.
This post was edited on 2/6/21 at 12:42 pm
Posted on 2/6/21 at 12:55 pm to DawgsLife
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That first game is going to be a killer.
This is how it should be, and how it was. I'm an old dude, and was a student at CU in the 80's when this was the best rivalry around (damn you, Scott Woerner! damn you, Kevin Butler!). Looking forward to a great game and more upcoming in the series.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 12:56 pm to DawgsLife
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Our receivers are good. Very, very good and lot's of depth.
They are streaky more so than really good. They lack consistency.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 1:26 pm to myflabbersghasted
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This is how it should be, and how it was. I'm an old dude, and was a student at CU in the 80's when this was the best rivalry around (damn you, Scott Woerner! damn you, Kevin Butler!). Looking forward to a great game and more upcoming in the series.
Sounds like we are about the same age.
I remember those games very well. You are right. We had some great games.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 1:30 pm to Smokeyone
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They are streaky more so than really good. They lack consistency.
I would disagree, but that's okay. Typically one would have a great game, and the next game our opponenets would double team him and we would go to another receiver. Maye that is what you mean when you say they were streaky? They did not put 2,3 or 4 games in a row together.....that's fair. They are very young, and should be more consistent as they mature. Once Daniels took over nobody shut the passing game down.
That said, we didn't exactly play world beaters down the stretch. Cincinnati was much better than I anticipated, though. They got my respect and made a believer out of me.
Posted on 2/6/21 at 3:20 pm to DawgsLife
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Our receivers are good. Very, very good and lot's of depth.
Any word on Demetris Robertson? He played well last year and is another fast receiver who I feel would be important to the passing game.
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