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What are some realistic expectations for UGA's defense?
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:27 am
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:27 am
2013 Defense
- 29 PPG (10th in SEC/ 79th nationally)
- 375 YPG (8th in SEC/ 45th nationally)
What would be a reasonable expectation for 2014, considering the number of starters returning and the changes in the defensive staff?... top half of the SEC?... top quarter?
IMO, I see UGA in the 24 PPG range and around 350 yards... a considerable increase from last year, but still probably a year or two away from gaining 'elite' status. Something to also keep in mind are the losses of Harvey-Clemons and Matthews.
- 29 PPG (10th in SEC/ 79th nationally)
- 375 YPG (8th in SEC/ 45th nationally)
What would be a reasonable expectation for 2014, considering the number of starters returning and the changes in the defensive staff?... top half of the SEC?... top quarter?
IMO, I see UGA in the 24 PPG range and around 350 yards... a considerable increase from last year, but still probably a year or two away from gaining 'elite' status. Something to also keep in mind are the losses of Harvey-Clemons and Matthews.
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Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:29 am to lowspark12
they will suck less.
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:30 am to Pavoloco83
no bueno
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:30 am to lowspark12
They'll bat more balls down
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:31 am to lowspark12
Much improved. Guarding space and tackling is the key.
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:31 am to lowspark12
Less than 23 PPG is above average, usually.
I'd say anywhere from 20-24 PPG and the YPG will sit at 340-370.
I'd say anywhere from 20-24 PPG and the YPG will sit at 340-370.
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:32 am to The_Joker
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They'll bat more balls down
well, the two guys involved probably won't be out there... so there's that.
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:32 am to lowspark12
Realistically, I expect the defense to be a lot better than last year. The safety position is a concern, but the Dawgs have a lot of depth at every other position. Pruitt is simplifying things, so we should our playmakers make plays.
If they can cut the 2013 national rankings in half (40th in scoring D and 23rd in YPG), I’ll be happy.
If they can cut the 2013 national rankings in half (40th in scoring D and 23rd in YPG), I’ll be happy.
This post was edited on 3/21/14 at 11:33 am
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:34 am to Tornado Alley
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I'd say anywhere from 20-24 PPG and the YPG will sit at 340-370
20 PPG would be a hell of an accomplishment... on par with what USCe did last year, who finished 2nd in the SEC. Bama was the only team below 20 PPG last season.
Defenses across the league will prbably see a nice decrease in their numbers due to all the top flight QBs leaving.
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:36 am to lowspark12
Without re-evaluating their depth chart. Id say better line and lb's questionable in the secondary
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:36 am to lowspark12
Matthews is gone????
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:37 am to NYCAuburn
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questionable in the secondary
that's the thing that really made FSU's defense so great last year... will be interesting to see if UGA has the personnel in the backfield to pull off what Pruitt wants to do.
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:38 am to NYCAuburn
Front 7 only lost one starter and they played great last year. Pruitt just needs to fix the secondary.
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:38 am to deeprig9
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Matthews is gone????
i said 'probably'... does richt normally keep theives on the team?
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:39 am to lowspark12
Wasn't aware Matthews was gone. Just yesterday he was practicing. Thanks for that
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:39 am to lowspark12
Only kicks off on first offense when they steal from teammates like your qb did.
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:39 am to lowspark12
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i said 'probably'... does richt normally keep theives on the team?
He is evaluating it. was only a misdemeanor. I'd expect he at least misses a game, dont think he will be kicked off
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:41 am to lowspark12
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Something to also keep in mind are the losses of Harvey-Clemons and Matthews.
Probably?
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:41 am to deeprig9
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Only kicks off on first offense when they steal from teammates like your qb did.
nick was only a four star... not a five like matthews.
care to take a stab at the OP?
Posted on 3/21/14 at 11:41 am to NYCAuburn
On LB, 3/4 of our lb's were on the All Sec twodeep and one on allsec freshman team. All return.
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