(09-22-2016 10:13 AM)pilot172000 Wrote:  From what I have seen with Tech this year offensively is this. We have a great receiving corps that has padded the QB's stats with a lot of YAC. We have not thrown the deep ball very well or very much. Our running game has been very good, but if MTSU stops the run and then stays on top of the intermediate and swing passes, we could get beat bad. The key to us winning is going to have to be establishing the run, making a few deep balls in order to do the dink and dunk offensive we are comfortable with. The key to MTSU will be keeping their offense on the field and forcing turnovers. Our QB is a game manager not a game changer, if he tries to force things, MTSU will capitalize on the mistakes.

We won't stop your run game. I just hope we don't give up the long 35+ yard gains.

I hope I'm wrong, though.

(09-22-2016 11:09 AM)KAjunRaider Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 10:00 AM)BlueraiderJT Wrote:  Yup, we self destructed against Vandy no doubt. 6 hours with a 2 hour rain/lightning delay, a muffed punt for a safety, 2 blown KR coverages, a pick 6 (just about), stupid penalties and other shenanigans. It wasn't our D per say as much as it was everything else. They were on their heels because of bad field position most of the night. Yeah, it sucked. No other description needed but it was all basic fundamental mistakes that needed cleaning up.

We ain't perfect by a longshot but we've also had 6 quarters with no scoring either so you take the good with the bad and move on. LaTech has a great offense and it will be a challenge. This will be the first dry game we've played since we were home last. On dry ground and at home, we are a different team.

I hope your punter kicks out of bounds every time and I hope we spray glue on the hands of our running backs.

And I hope the game doesn't come down to our kicker having to make a field goal

We missed two FG in our 1 point loss to Arkansas.

(09-21-2016 09:36 PM)BlueraiderJT Wrote:  His team is only winning 7-8 games at most. Their D is actually ranked 123rd right now. They couldn't handle a mediocre ASU for goodness sakes. All of that talent is wasted IMO. It means nothing. ....and TT still carved LaTech up while a bad UTSA team nearly beat ASU.

LaTech has a good offense but so do we. The matchup will be good. There is no superiority to be had in a 14 (really a 21) point loss to a potential 7-8 win P5 team. He's a good QB. News flash we have a 4,000+ yard passer too with a 1,300 + yard WR. Both were Freshman All Americans last year. It will be a great game. Can't wait.

Who do you think gets drafted highest, Mahomes or Stockstill?

(09-22-2016 07:53 AM)T_Won1 Wrote:  

(09-21-2016 09:36 PM)BlueraiderJT Wrote:  His team is only winning 7-8 games at most. Their D is actually ranked 123rd right now. They couldn't handle a mediocre ASU for goodness sakes. All of that talent is wasted IMO. It means nothing. ....and TT still carved LaTech up while a bad UTSA team nearly beat ASU.

LaTech has a good offense but so do we. The matchup will be good. There is no superiority to be had in a 14 (really a 21) point loss to a potential 7-8 win P5 team. He's a good QB. News flash we have a 4,000+ yard passer too with a 1,300 + yard WR. Both were Freshman All Americans last year. It will be a great game. Can't wait.

I get your point, but this bothers me. It wasn't a 21 point game. They also scored late (after we onside kicked) to stretch it to 21 points and we answered their score after they kicked deep. They never stopped trying to score and neither did we.

^^ This! Mahomes QB'd every snap for TT.

(09-22-2016 08:49 PM)HogDawg Wrote:  

(09-21-2016 09:36 PM)BlueraiderJT Wrote:  His team is only winning 7-8 games at most. Their D is actually ranked 123rd right now. They couldn't handle a mediocre ASU for goodness sakes. All of that talent is wasted IMO. It means nothing. ....and TT still carved LaTech up while a bad UTSA team nearly beat ASU.

LaTech has a good offense but so do we. The matchup will be good. There is no superiority to be had in a 14 (really a 21) point loss to a potential 7-8 win P5 team. He's a good QB. News flash we have a 4,000+ yard passer too with a 1,300 + yard WR. Both were Freshman All Americans last year. It will be a great game. Can't wait.

Who do you think gets drafted highest, Mahomes or Stockstill?

Because the NFL draft is the ultimate litmus test of how good a QB is? Do you need me to list the first round busts or mid round hall of famers? Further, what about guys who were absolute studs in college, but their game just didn't translate to the pros?

Coming from a guy who makes asinine comments with regularity, this one ranks pretty high on your list. I don't even need you to tell me their stats, awards, etc.

Mahomes is a 6'3 230lb P5 QB

Stockstill is a 6'0 206lb G5 QB

There's about a 10% chance Stockstill gets drafted higher, but where they are ultimately drafted has very little to do with how good of a college QB they are and pretty much nothing to do with who has a better game against La Tech...

(09-22-2016 10:23 PM)MTPiKapp Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 08:49 PM)HogDawg Wrote:  

(09-21-2016 09:36 PM)BlueraiderJT Wrote:  His team is only winning 7-8 games at most. Their D is actually ranked 123rd right now. They couldn't handle a mediocre ASU for goodness sakes. All of that talent is wasted IMO. It means nothing. ....and TT still carved LaTech up while a bad UTSA team nearly beat ASU.

LaTech has a good offense but so do we. The matchup will be good. There is no superiority to be had in a 14 (really a 21) point loss to a potential 7-8 win P5 team. He's a good QB. News flash we have a 4,000+ yard passer too with a 1,300 + yard WR. Both were Freshman All Americans last year. It will be a great game. Can't wait.

Who do you think gets drafted highest, Mahomes or Stockstill?

Because the NFL draft is the ultimate litmus test of how good a QB is? Do you need me to list the first round busts or mid round hall of famers? Further, what about guys who were absolute studs in college, but their game just didn't translate to the pros?

Coming from a guy who makes asinine comments with regularity, this one ranks pretty high on your list. I don't even need you to tell me their stats, awards, etc.

Mahomes is a 6'3 230lb P5 QB

Stockstill is a 6'0 206lb G5 QB

There's about a 10% chance Stockstill gets drafted higher, but where they are ultimately drafted has very little to do with how good of a college QB they are and pretty much nothing to do with who has a better game against La Tech...

In other words, Mahomes will get drafted first.

The defense rests, you honor.

(09-22-2016 10:32 PM)HogDawg Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 10:23 PM)MTPiKapp Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 08:49 PM)HogDawg Wrote:  

(09-21-2016 09:36 PM)BlueraiderJT Wrote:  His team is only winning 7-8 games at most. Their D is actually ranked 123rd right now. They couldn't handle a mediocre ASU for goodness sakes. All of that talent is wasted IMO. It means nothing. ....and TT still carved LaTech up while a bad UTSA team nearly beat ASU.

LaTech has a good offense but so do we. The matchup will be good. There is no superiority to be had in a 14 (really a 21) point loss to a potential 7-8 win P5 team. He's a good QB. News flash we have a 4,000+ yard passer too with a 1,300 + yard WR. Both were Freshman All Americans last year. It will be a great game. Can't wait.

Who do you think gets drafted highest, Mahomes or Stockstill?

Because the NFL draft is the ultimate litmus test of how good a QB is? Do you need me to list the first round busts or mid round hall of famers? Further, what about guys who were absolute studs in college, but their game just didn't translate to the pros?

Coming from a guy who makes asinine comments with regularity, this one ranks pretty high on your list. I don't even need you to tell me their stats, awards, etc.

Mahomes is a 6'3 230lb P5 QB

Stockstill is a 6'0 206lb G5 QB

There's about a 10% chance Stockstill gets drafted higher, but where they are ultimately drafted has very little to do with how good of a college QB they are and pretty much nothing to do with who has a better game against La Tech...

In other words, Mahomes will get drafted first.

The defense rests, you honor.

In all likelihood, yes, doesn't make your argument any less stupid...

(09-22-2016 10:45 PM)MTPiKapp Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 10:32 PM)HogDawg Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 10:23 PM)MTPiKapp Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 08:49 PM)HogDawg Wrote:  

(09-21-2016 09:36 PM)BlueraiderJT Wrote:  His team is only winning 7-8 games at most. Their D is actually ranked 123rd right now. They couldn't handle a mediocre ASU for goodness sakes. All of that talent is wasted IMO. It means nothing. ....and TT still carved LaTech up while a bad UTSA team nearly beat ASU.

LaTech has a good offense but so do we. The matchup will be good. There is no superiority to be had in a 14 (really a 21) point loss to a potential 7-8 win P5 team. He's a good QB. News flash we have a 4,000+ yard passer too with a 1,300 + yard WR. Both were Freshman All Americans last year. It will be a great game. Can't wait.

Who do you think gets drafted highest, Mahomes or Stockstill?

Because the NFL draft is the ultimate litmus test of how good a QB is? Do you need me to list the first round busts or mid round hall of famers? Further, what about guys who were absolute studs in college, but their game just didn't translate to the pros?

Coming from a guy who makes asinine comments with regularity, this one ranks pretty high on your list. I don't even need you to tell me their stats, awards, etc.

Mahomes is a 6'3 230lb P5 QB

Stockstill is a 6'0 206lb G5 QB

There's about a 10% chance Stockstill gets drafted higher, but where they are ultimately drafted has very little to do with how good of a college QB they are and pretty much nothing to do with who has a better game against La Tech...

In other words, Mahomes will get drafted first.

The defense rests, you honor.

In all likelihood, yes, doesn't make your argument any less stupid...

Texas Tech has the 123rd ranked defense. They are terrible. You could have Peyton Manning with Tom Brady as a backup and they are still gonna get waxed by the rest of the big12 after Kansas.

Again, If Mahomes was so awesome and that's all you needed, why did they get thumped by ASU? Defense my friend. Something you also don't have much of. Stockstill is pretty decent and by the time he's done, he'll get plenty of looks from NFL scouts. Not worried there.

(09-22-2016 11:44 PM)Dawgxas Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 10:23 PM)MTPiKapp Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 08:49 PM)HogDawg Wrote:  

(09-21-2016 09:36 PM)BlueraiderJT Wrote:  His team is only winning 7-8 games at most. Their D is actually ranked 123rd right now. They couldn't handle a mediocre ASU for goodness sakes. All of that talent is wasted IMO. It means nothing. ....and TT still carved LaTech up while a bad UTSA team nearly beat ASU.

LaTech has a good offense but so do we. The matchup will be good. There is no superiority to be had in a 14 (really a 21) point loss to a potential 7-8 win P5 team. He's a good QB. News flash we have a 4,000+ yard passer too with a 1,300 + yard WR. Both were Freshman All Americans last year. It will be a great game. Can't wait.

Who do you think gets drafted highest, Mahomes or Stockstill?

Because the NFL draft is the ultimate litmus test of how good a QB is? Do you need me to list the first round busts or mid round hall of famers? Further, what about guys who were absolute studs in college, but their game just didn't translate to the pros?

Coming from a guy who makes asinine comments with regularity, this one ranks pretty high on your list. I don't even need you to tell me their stats, awards, etc.

Mahomes is a 6'3 230lb P5 QB

Stockstill is a 6'0 206lb G5 QB

There's about a 10% chance Stockstill gets drafted higher, but where they are ultimately drafted has very little to do with how good of a college QB they are and pretty much nothing to do with who has a better game against La Tech...

I don't think anyone was comparing the two, because there is really no comparison. The stats were mention so it is worth noting that Mahommes is one of the most talented and athletic QBs in college football. On a much different level than any CUSA QB. He will be one of the top QB taken in the Draft.

Totally, I heard he puts his pants on two legs at a time...

I guess we can just settle this on field tomorrow it what should be a good game

(09-22-2016 11:28 PM)BlueraiderJT Wrote:  Texas Tech has the 123rd ranked defense. They are terrible. You could have Peyton Manning with Tom Brady as a backup and they are still gonna get waxed by the rest of the big12 after Kansas.

Again, If Mahomes was so awesome and that's all you needed, why did they get thumped by ASU? Defense my friend. Something you also don't have much of. Stockstill is pretty decent and by the time he's done, he'll get plenty of looks from NFL scouts. Not worried there.

But they also have the #1 ranked offense which will keep them from losing games when they give up 45 points. Nobody in the B12 plays defense. Whoever has the ball last wins.

(09-22-2016 11:28 PM)BlueraiderJT Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 10:45 PM)MTPiKapp Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 10:32 PM)HogDawg Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 10:23 PM)MTPiKapp Wrote:  

(09-22-2016 08:49 PM)HogDawg Wrote:  Who do you think gets drafted highest, Mahomes or Stockstill?

Because the NFL draft is the ultimate litmus test of how good a QB is? Do you need me to list the first round busts or mid round hall of famers? Further, what about guys who were absolute studs in college, but their game just didn't translate to the pros?

Coming from a guy who makes asinine comments with regularity, this one ranks pretty high on your list. I don't even need you to tell me their stats, awards, etc.

Mahomes is a 6'3 230lb P5 QB

Stockstill is a 6'0 206lb G5 QB

There's about a 10% chance Stockstill gets drafted higher, but where they are ultimately drafted has very little to do with how good of a college QB they are and pretty much nothing to do with who has a better game against La Tech...

In other words, Mahomes will get drafted first.

The defense rests, you honor.

In all likelihood, yes, doesn't make your argument any less stupid...

Texas Tech has the 123rd ranked defense. They are terrible. You could have Peyton Manning with Tom Brady as a backup and they are still gonna get waxed by the rest of the big12 after Kansas.

Again, If Mahomes was so awesome and that's all you needed, why did they get thumped by ASU? Defense my friend. Something you also don't have much of. Stockstill is pretty decent and by the time he's done, he'll get plenty of looks from NFL scouts. Not worried there.

I wouldn't quite say we don't have much of a defense. The jury is still out after only playing P5 opponents and an FCS team after a 4 hour rain delay. You have a decent QB, but the game is yet to be played.

As far as TEXAS TECH....
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=...0528,d.cWw

Also they lost by 13 points to ASU who is 2-0. UTSA is rock solid at home team who scared the hell out of them. ASU is still 3-0 going into the Cal game, so saying they are bad isnt true. Texas Tech is gonna give up some points, because of the style of offense they run. With Franklin back in town you better get used to that.

TT game defensive problems seemed more like a scheming and planning issue. And some bad tackling. Also, their O-line was aweful at holding, the holding calls wouldve helped in the first half. There were a lot in the 2nd half, but by that time it didnt make a difference.

Can you both lose? Middle losing helps Western more so I hold my nose and pull for Tech.

But here's how I see it playing out...Middle most likely kills Tech with short passes because Tech loves blitzing. Stockstill has a quick release so I can see him checking down 30 times in this game if Tech keeps sending people. From the limited time I saw Middle it looks like they have issues keeping the rush away from Stockstill. So going deep would probably lead to mistakes.

As for Tech I did not see their last game but TT is probably..no pretty sure they are, worse than Western's defense 2 years ago. So I haven't see their QB...loved the Fr. that played against Ark.

I think Middle pulls this one out unless the turnovers keep coming. I know most people probably expect a close game...I wouldn't be surprised to see a 14 point spread at the end

Ok, I am signing off for the weekend. Best of Luck to my Dawgs!! I hope for a good clean game and pray that no one gets hurt on either side!!

This was the toughest pick for me of the week. I gave the Bulldogs the edge because I think they are the better team but Stockstill is a really good QB and with James out there watch out. Could go either way. Would be a good game to watch for sure.

(09-23-2016 11:55 AM)WKUYG Wrote:  Can you both lose? Middle losing helps Western more so I hold my nose and pull for Tech.

But here's how I see it playing out...Middle most likely kills Tech with short passes because Tech loves blitzing. Stockstill has a quick release so I can see him checking down 30 times in this game if Tech keeps sending people. From the limited time I saw Middle it looks like they have issues keeping the rush away from Stockstill. So going deep would probably lead to mistakes.

As for Tech I did not see their last game but TT is probably..no pretty sure they are, worse than Western's defense 2 years ago. So I haven't see their QB...loved the Fr. that played against Ark.

I think Middle pulls this one out unless the turnovers keep coming. I know most people probably expect a close game...I wouldn't be surprised to see a 14 point spread at the end

SBC and former SBC teams don't like Tech. Why is that?

(09-23-2016 05:37 PM)Franko Wrote:  This was the toughest pick for me of the week. I gave the Bulldogs the edge because I think they are the better team but Stockstill is a really good QB and with James out there watch out. Could go either way. Would be a good game to watch for sure.

Tech +5 1/2

(09-23-2016 06:18 PM)stodgdog Wrote:  

(09-23-2016 11:55 AM)WKUYG Wrote:  Can you both lose? Middle losing helps Western more so I hold my nose and pull for Tech.

But here's how I see it playing out...Middle most likely kills Tech with short passes because Tech loves blitzing. Stockstill has a quick release so I can see him checking down 30 times in this game if Tech keeps sending people. From the limited time I saw Middle it looks like they have issues keeping the rush away from Stockstill. So going deep would probably lead to mistakes.

As for Tech I did not see their last game but TT is probably..no pretty sure they are, worse than Western's defense 2 years ago. So I haven't see their QB...loved the Fr. that played against Ark.

I think Middle pulls this one out unless the turnovers keep coming. I know most people probably expect a close game...I wouldn't be surprised to see a 14 point spread at the end

SBC and former SBC teams don't like Tech. Why is that?

Our record against Sunbelt teams is strongly in our favor so that's one reason

Sorry to tell you La Tech fans that the City of Murfreesboro recently passed an ordinance banning Bulldogs. So no LT fans are allowed at the game. Better just stay home! :)

In all seriousness please check out our tailgate areas in Walnut Grove on the south side of Floyd Stadium past and around Peck Hall!!! I will be there would love to say "HELLO!" to our Dawg friends!!