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So here's the biggest issue for me regarding our team and specifically both lines.
Posted on 10/5/23 at 6:56 am
Posted on 10/5/23 at 6:56 am
Our O-line was projected to be one of the best, if not the best in the nation. I know we lost a starter to injury, but with our depth it alone doesn't explain the lack of consistency particularly on running plays. I don't get it.
Defensive line is definitely downgraded due to loss of a big body like Jalen Carter and/or Jordan Davis. Also the linebackers seem to have somehow stepped back from last year despite essentially being the same group. Again, I don't get it.
To me it appears complacency truly IS the biggest enemy and as a team, this team just hasn't decided they want it yet. They don't have the killer instinct the last 2 teams had despite arguably having more talent. In short it doesn't appear to be a talent problem as much as it is a heart/desire problem. Just my 2 cents. They haven't gotten soft enough or complacent enough to drop a game yet, but when you lose that killer instinct the margins begin to shrink and on any given Sat. it can be enough to drop a game. Shame to say it, but that could possibly be the best thing to happen to this team to re-instill the fire. It took losing to Auburn in 17(I think) and Bama in 21 to put their backs to the wall and a fire under their butts. We may be at a point where it takes a painful reminder of what's at stake to wake up their killer instinct.
Defensive line is definitely downgraded due to loss of a big body like Jalen Carter and/or Jordan Davis. Also the linebackers seem to have somehow stepped back from last year despite essentially being the same group. Again, I don't get it.
To me it appears complacency truly IS the biggest enemy and as a team, this team just hasn't decided they want it yet. They don't have the killer instinct the last 2 teams had despite arguably having more talent. In short it doesn't appear to be a talent problem as much as it is a heart/desire problem. Just my 2 cents. They haven't gotten soft enough or complacent enough to drop a game yet, but when you lose that killer instinct the margins begin to shrink and on any given Sat. it can be enough to drop a game. Shame to say it, but that could possibly be the best thing to happen to this team to re-instill the fire. It took losing to Auburn in 17(I think) and Bama in 21 to put their backs to the wall and a fire under their butts. We may be at a point where it takes a painful reminder of what's at stake to wake up their killer instinct.
This post was edited on 10/5/23 at 7:06 am
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Posted on 10/5/23 at 7:26 am to SemperFiDawg
I know that we only have 1 injury on the OL.
But it affected 2 spots.
Tate has said that there has been a struggle with a new tackle alongside him. Handing off stunts. Staying together in formation (pass pro and zone blocking). It's different. Especially when going from a specimen like Mims to Truss.
As for guard, we lost Dev. He was the one splitting reps last year. This year is more unprepared with Fairchild/Morris working in the reps that Willock was taking advantage of last season. We are a half season behind on development at the LG spot.
Greene is a RsFr. Even when technique is solid (and it always isnt), seeing things for the first time is an adjustment.
I don't think it is complacency.
It is a drop in talent at LT, LG (Mims&Fairchild vs #77), and RT.
It is a drop in experience at LT, LG, and RG/RT combo.
I don't expect to hit the ceiling of the 2022 offensive line. But the more consistency we can get, the better we will be in November/December/January when the games matter.
But it affected 2 spots.
Tate has said that there has been a struggle with a new tackle alongside him. Handing off stunts. Staying together in formation (pass pro and zone blocking). It's different. Especially when going from a specimen like Mims to Truss.
As for guard, we lost Dev. He was the one splitting reps last year. This year is more unprepared with Fairchild/Morris working in the reps that Willock was taking advantage of last season. We are a half season behind on development at the LG spot.
Greene is a RsFr. Even when technique is solid (and it always isnt), seeing things for the first time is an adjustment.
I don't think it is complacency.
It is a drop in talent at LT, LG (Mims&Fairchild vs #77), and RT.
It is a drop in experience at LT, LG, and RG/RT combo.
I don't expect to hit the ceiling of the 2022 offensive line. But the more consistency we can get, the better we will be in November/December/January when the games matter.
Posted on 10/5/23 at 9:26 am to SemperFiDawg
I agree to some degree.
We had the same issue first half of last year. We played a few lazy games, and only focused when absolutely needed.
Are we as good as last year? Probably not.
Are we better than we have shown this year? Definitely.
We had the same issue first half of last year. We played a few lazy games, and only focused when absolutely needed.
Are we as good as last year? Probably not.
Are we better than we have shown this year? Definitely.
Posted on 10/5/23 at 11:22 am to meansonny
I think the OL would look better if we had more than 1 rb with improvisational skills and great vision.
Posted on 10/5/23 at 11:48 am to deeprig9
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Could we be getting Mims back?
I see him coming back mid November. I know that’s the reason they opted for the tightrope surgery. Gives him a much better shot to return this year.
Posted on 10/5/23 at 11:55 am to RunLindsayRun
Think he is shooting for Florida game return
Posted on 10/5/23 at 12:54 pm to SemperFiDawg
I don't think our players have gone into any Monday so far this season collectively thinking "shite, we could lose this game on Saturday!" Hopefully it's what they need to stop sleep walking and being complacent.
And if they can't do it against Kentucky, it might really really be time to readjust expectations for this season.
And if they can't do it against Kentucky, it might really really be time to readjust expectations for this season.
Posted on 10/5/23 at 2:44 pm to SemperFiDawg
I posted this elsewhere..
The past 4 years UGA has only scored 30 points in the first half combined!
2019 - O points (Coley)
2020 - 7 points (Monken)
2021 - 14 points (Monken)
2022 - 9 points (Monken)
2023 - ?? points (Bobo)
With UGA’s slow starts this year, I don’t think it looks good.
That being said, UGA has just worn Kentucky down in the second half and pulled away. With all of the injuries across the board at UGA this year, I don’t know if UGA has the depth to rotate and pull away for the victory.
Kirby says all the time that this is the MOST physical game they play every year, along with the importance of winning the line of scrimmage.. UGA is not as physical as they’ve been in the past few years, and I don’t think UGA has won the line of scrimmage consistently all year on either side of the ball! The defensive side of the ball I kinda get, you’re missing JD and JC, those two consistently took on double teams allowing LB’s to make plays. Dumas Johnson is the play caller/ leader of the defense, watching games this year he’s consistently late to plays, out of position, and overall looks slow. The offensive line has me scratching my head, they have not gotten any consistent push on anyone, consistently..
The past 4 years UGA has only scored 30 points in the first half combined!
2019 - O points (Coley)
2020 - 7 points (Monken)
2021 - 14 points (Monken)
2022 - 9 points (Monken)
2023 - ?? points (Bobo)
With UGA’s slow starts this year, I don’t think it looks good.
That being said, UGA has just worn Kentucky down in the second half and pulled away. With all of the injuries across the board at UGA this year, I don’t know if UGA has the depth to rotate and pull away for the victory.
Kirby says all the time that this is the MOST physical game they play every year, along with the importance of winning the line of scrimmage.. UGA is not as physical as they’ve been in the past few years, and I don’t think UGA has won the line of scrimmage consistently all year on either side of the ball! The defensive side of the ball I kinda get, you’re missing JD and JC, those two consistently took on double teams allowing LB’s to make plays. Dumas Johnson is the play caller/ leader of the defense, watching games this year he’s consistently late to plays, out of position, and overall looks slow. The offensive line has me scratching my head, they have not gotten any consistent push on anyone, consistently..
Posted on 10/5/23 at 3:33 pm to shallowminded
Stoops is willing to play ball control. Even if he is down big.
They will fight for every 3 yard gain. We can't cover every blade of grass.
This will definitely limit possessions.
But I'm looking for the near perfect offensive performance.
No more than 2 punts.
No turnovers.
Even if Stoops is playing ball control, that would still put us about about 41 points (5 TDs, 2 FGs, 2 punts, end of half and/or end of game knees).
I think Kentucky finishes about 14 points. But I wouldn't be shocked if they got to 21.
They will fight for every 3 yard gain. We can't cover every blade of grass.
This will definitely limit possessions.
But I'm looking for the near perfect offensive performance.
No more than 2 punts.
No turnovers.
Even if Stoops is playing ball control, that would still put us about about 41 points (5 TDs, 2 FGs, 2 punts, end of half and/or end of game knees).
I think Kentucky finishes about 14 points. But I wouldn't be shocked if they got to 21.
Posted on 10/5/23 at 4:27 pm to meansonny
2022: 16-6 UGA
2021: 30-13 UGA
I think you should reset your expectation for 2023 final score in this game.
2021: 30-13 UGA
I think you should reset your expectation for 2023 final score in this game.
Posted on 10/5/23 at 4:56 pm to deeprig9
222-0 Dawgs
Posted on 10/5/23 at 5:50 pm to SemperFiDawg
I’m exhausted talking about but I do believe the AU game was “it” for Beck and this defense. Expect a solid performance at home and at night against UK.
Posted on 10/5/23 at 5:53 pm to deeprig9
They have a solid run defense.
But, i'm expecting us to throw.
2021, we scored 30 points (4 punts. 4 TDs, 1 FG, 0 Turnovers).
Trade 2 punts for 1 TD and 1 FG.
Home night game. Ladd, Dom. RaRa, MRJS. And of course Brock. 70% completion. We are going to have offensive success.
But, i'm expecting us to throw.
2021, we scored 30 points (4 punts. 4 TDs, 1 FG, 0 Turnovers).
Trade 2 punts for 1 TD and 1 FG.
Home night game. Ladd, Dom. RaRa, MRJS. And of course Brock. 70% completion. We are going to have offensive success.
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