Originally posted by echeese:
Originally posted by RLong68:
Originally posted by echeese:
Originally posted by prahz2000:
Great topic for discussion. The 7 point line is really confusing me, because as I've said I'm not worried at all about BYU.
My reasons:
-Yes they lost to Virginia. Virginia sucks, and I think that is a valid reason not to be too worried about BYU. If Texas loses to BYU that would be a horrible loss for us (on par with UCLA 2010). I don't see that happening with the explosiveness on offense and experienced defense.
-They have a true sophmore QB who's only started a few games I believe. The guy is slippery but not very fast. He forces balls downfield and into tight pockets, which I believe will result in INT's.
-Their O-line sucks. They gave up 3 sacks (with a mobile QB) and 6 TFLs against Virginia. I watched the BYU post game on the BYU network, and all of their analysts agree that this is the weakest spot on offense.
-I understand it was raining but their receivers lost them the game. I saw at least a few dropped balls, and on the last one it was deflected right into a Virginia DB's hands. This allowed Virginia to come back and win the game. Also as mentioned above, the QB needs to accurately get them the ball for them to have any impact on the game.
-The only bright spot on offense for them is their workhorse RB. Their receivers are definitely physical and that will help them in their run game. Overall I think this is an unbalanced offense that won't be able to beat us by just grounding and pounding.
-BYU's D-line is average. I do not remember the D-line sacking the Virginia QB but they did get behind the line often . Again Virginia sucks, so I'm not giving their D-line too much credit. They are not elite and I believe our O line will handle them.
-BYU's LBers are bad-a$$ but aren't going to shut down our offense all by themselves. They will be disruptive for sure, but I don't think they get the help they need to keep the score manageable for them.
-Both of their starting CB's are injured (out for the year with knee injuries). Our WR's are going to have a field day against their DBs.
-BYU will be a decent test don't get me wrong, but they don't match up well with us at all.
This post was edited on 9/5 2:14 PM by prahz2000
Careful,
Actually discussing football will get you branded a 2 year old with no attention span or understanding of the game.
Well thought out football post sure to piss off a few.
Yes. Such a beautiful and accurate preview of the game.
Obviously those rare few of us who think BYU can give us a game don't know our a** from a hole in the ground.
For over a year I have largely avoided commenting on your posts as your butt hurt has overridden any ability to think.
2000's comments were largely echoed by a member of BYU's team.
Shame on him for offering an opinion and being wrong.
If I had saved all of your inaccurate offerings the past two years, it would rival the long cat thread.
I bolded your comment, something no one said making your remark nothing more than an illogical strawman as you throw a little pity party. Grow up.
I offered all the "TEXAS is in trouble" posters 7 points, NO TAKERS. Thing I like about betting, you put money where your mouth is.
Bravo for you, you got one right. I understand why it is cause for celebration. Enjoy it, savor it.
Now I'll go back to ignoring you.