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Saban going super conservative in the NC game
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:02 am
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:02 am
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“Run the ball, don't turn the ball over, play good field position, be good on special teams,” Saban said. “So it's going to be the errors and execution that have a critical effect on the outcome of the game.”
Or at least that's what this quote implies.
What do you guys think? A mistake or winning strategy?
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Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:03 am to PurpleandGold Motown
That is pretty much been the game plan all year.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:04 am to PurpleandGold Motown
Both offenses are kinda built that way, so I wouldn't be surprised if it was a run heavy game. It'll come down to which QB can make the plays when called upon. Fromm with his arms or Hurts with his legs.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:05 am to TizzyT4theUofA
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That is pretty much been the game plan all year.
It's a winning strategy for teams you outmatch, but for teams that have near the same amount of talent that you do, I think it gets you beat.
We'll see.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:08 am to PurpleandGold Motown
quote:I'm not trying to be a jerk here, but really? We're supposed to question the strategy of the guy who has built a dynasty based upon said strategy? This matchup particularly calls for this strategy and it's what Georgia will use as well. Bottle up the run, lean on the punting game to flip field position and try to force a qb error. Plain. Simple.
What do you guys think? A mistake or winning strategy?
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:09 am to PurpleandGold Motown
GA will come out spreading the ball. Try to gas our front - then pound late when fatigue sets in. If they are successful early they will be successful late - and GA wins. However, if we stop them early on their passing BAMA wins.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:13 am to PurpleandGold Motown
Makes me think Alabama's first offensive play will be a play action pass down field.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:13 am to Bamadiver
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We're supposed to question the strategy of the guy who has built a dynasty based upon said strategy?
Yes, we're fans. That's what we do. There have been times that Saban's risk-averse, conservative strategy has gotten us beat. Saban wants to win with defense and ball-control offense. Most of the time that works, but in a game like this, you're going to have to take shots and let the chips fall where they may.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:15 am to PurpleandGold Motown
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Or at least that's what this quote implies.
What do you guys think? A mistake or winning strategy?
I wouldn't ever bet against Saban.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:18 am to TizzyT4theUofA
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That is pretty much been the game plan all of Saban's career at Bama
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:18 am to PurpleandGold Motown
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Yes, we're fans. That's what we do. There have been times that Saban's risk-averse, conservative strategy has gotten us beat. Saban wants to win with defense and ball-control offense. Most of the time that works, but in a game like this, you're going to have to take shots and let the chips fall where they may.
He is conservative, but he tried a fake punt against Georgia in the SECCG in 2012, and did an onside kick at the beginning of the second half against Clemson in 2016, so I don't think he is without any tricks.
The fake punt was called back by penalty or it would have worked, and the onside kick worked like a charm, fwiw.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:20 am to PurpleandGold Motown
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It's a winning strategy for teams you outmatch, but for teams that have near the same amount of talent that you do, I think it gets you beat.
But we don't have near the same amount of talent. You MIGHT be able t make a case for the starting 22, but depth wins usually. Any team that beats Alabama has to play mistake free football and play a great game, period.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:25 am to PurpleandGold Motown
quote:If you want to, that's fine. It's like asking a four year old to build a space shuttle, but ok.
Yes, we're fans. That's what we do.
quote:He's 131-20 at Alabama, I guess when you when that much the losses stand out more?
There have been times that Saban's risk-averse, conservative strategy has gotten us beat.
quote:Why yes, yes it does. Most of the time.
Most of the time that works,
quote:Not really. Against Clemson with Deshaun Watson you absolutely have to break out of the mold. Alabama's defense was built to stifle traditional offenses first. This is a game where you stay true to who you are and what got you there. First one to blink loses. I used to question our recruiting, like everyone else I have questioned our play calling at times but when it comes down to it I trust the best coach in college football to do his best to get the players in position to win.
in a game like this, you're going to have to take shots and let the chips fall where they may.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:28 am to PurpleandGold Motown
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“Run the ball, don't turn the ball over, play good field position, be good on special teams,” Saban said. “So it's going to be the errors and execution that have a critical effect on the outcome of the game.”
It's generally a winning strategy for a team like Bama with a superior defense. Bama's defense is better that Georgia's defense. But I also think that Georgia's offense might have more potential to make big plays in the passing game. So the question is: which offense and special teams will be able to make the most big plays and fewest mistakes against those defenses? It's going to be an interesting game. I just hope we don't turn the ball allowing for a competitive contest.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:28 am to PurpleandGold Motown
And pray Hurts scrambles well when he drops back to “pass”
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:29 am to PurpleandGold Motown
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Saban
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super conservative
Ugh one reason why I hate Nick Saban.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:31 am to PurpleandGold Motown
This is Alabama's MO. For Georgia to have any chance, they have to commit to trying to run the ball. If they abandon the run game early, Alabama will tee off on Fromm and it will be a long game.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:33 am to PurpleandGold Motown
Sounds conservative but Bama can be conservative and win games due to talent and execution.
Saban isn't some genius play caller pulling out his green notebook for some secret play that will overwhelm his opponents. He teaches sound fundamentals and recruits the best players at each position. His goal is to play hard-nosed football and either wear you down or force you to make mistakes. Either way, he doesn't have to get fancy to win.
Saban isn't some genius play caller pulling out his green notebook for some secret play that will overwhelm his opponents. He teaches sound fundamentals and recruits the best players at each position. His goal is to play hard-nosed football and either wear you down or force you to make mistakes. Either way, he doesn't have to get fancy to win.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:33 am to TizzyT4theUofA
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That is pretty much been the game plan all year.
That is the game plan EVERY year.
It's worked well enough to win 5 titles and play for two more (with one TBD tonight) in nine years.
If ever there was a case of not fixing what isn't broken, this is it.
Posted on 1/8/18 at 9:41 am to PurpleandGold Motown
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It's a winning strategy for teams you outmatch, but for teams that have near the same amount of talent that you do, I think it gets you beat.
Les Miles to a T
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