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Albany
Sept 19, 2016 12:12:43 GMT -5
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Post by joe on Sept 19, 2016 12:12:43 GMT -5
Images of Bragalone from Lehigh should be waking our defense up at night in a cold sweat. If something is broken it's time to fix it, and quickly.
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Albany
Sept 19, 2016 12:43:08 GMT -5
Post by sarasota on Sept 19, 2016 12:43:08 GMT -5
It seems we are agreed that there are some essential elements of the team that are missing. Isn't that CTG's responsibility? Or is Ann McDermott making his job impossible? If the latter, it is ADNP's responsibility to bring it to the attention of TPTB. If not, then the scheduling of the FBS teams was a colossal blunder.
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Albany
Sept 19, 2016 13:05:39 GMT -5
Post by JRGNYR on Sept 19, 2016 13:05:39 GMT -5
It seems we are agreed that there are some essential elements of the team that are missing. Isn't that CTG's responsibility? Or is Ann McDermott making his job impossible? If the latter, it is ADNP's responsibility to bring it to the attention of TPTB. If not, then the scheduling of the FBS teams was a colossal blunder. The complaint about admissions has existed at HC for years for many sports so I'm sure it's an ongoing conversation. As for the blunder in scheduling, we'll have to wait and see on that one, but right now it's not looking good. But a year can make a big difference.
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wstruz71
Climbing Mt. St. James
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Albany
Sept 19, 2016 14:50:33 GMT -5
Post by wstruz71 on Sept 19, 2016 14:50:33 GMT -5
It seems we are agreed that there are some essential elements of the team that are missing. Isn't that CTG's responsibility? Or is Ann McDermott making his job impossible? If the latter, it is ADNP's responsibility to bring it to the attention of TPTB. If not, then the scheduling of the FBS teams was a colossal blunder. The complaint about admissions has existed at HC for years for many sports so I'm sure it's an ongoing conversation. As for the blunder in scheduling, we'll have to wait and see on that one, but right now it's not looking good. But a year can make a big difference. "A year can make a difference." I heard that remark last year. The Cross is now in the 4th year of scholarships. How long does it take? Based on the results, going back to scholarship may have been a mistake, because the results have not been what we have expected. In addition, scheduling an FBS school should not be made until the Cross can consistently win at the FCS level.
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Albany
Sept 19, 2016 14:54:43 GMT -5
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Post by joe on Sept 19, 2016 14:54:43 GMT -5
We can speculate on this now, but all questions will be answered at the close of this season based on the team's competitiveness. Given ADNP's decisive track record, an appropriate and immediate action plan will be instituted as needed, although the AI is a tough workaround. Always has been. Plus not every jock wants to be challenged academically, so even if they can slide through admissions, they may not want it in the first place.
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Albany
Sept 19, 2016 15:31:32 GMT -5
Post by sarasota on Sept 19, 2016 15:31:32 GMT -5
If Admissions really is the problem at this junction in the program, then changing coaches will not be the solution. We're recruiting now at a higher level, which means at a more competitive level. If the status of Admissions does not change, then we will be even LESS successful than in the past, because the schedule has been upgraded. In other words, the schedule upgrade REQUIRES a liberalization in Admissions--IF WE WANT TO WIN. Are you listening, td128?
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Albany
Sept 19, 2016 15:33:07 GMT -5
Post by purplehaze on Sept 19, 2016 15:33:07 GMT -5
30 yard average on punts sat night. what's going on there? thought wells was this fantastic transfer kicker ? we need to improve in this area.
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Albany
Sept 19, 2016 16:22:01 GMT -5
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Post by HC92 on Sept 19, 2016 16:22:01 GMT -5
30 yard average on punts sat night. what's going on there? thought wells was this fantastic transfer kicker ? we need to improve in this area. 3 of the 4 punts were into a pretty stiff wind (29, 31 and 30 yards). Of course, the one with the wind only went 32 yards.
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Post by Sons of Vaval on Sept 19, 2016 16:25:41 GMT -5
Interested to hear reports on Miles Alexander. Do we think he's poised to move up to #1 on the depth chart over Walker?
Feels like the game against Dartmouth is a close to a must-win as a non-conference game can be. Climbing out of a 1-3 hole would be pretty daunting.
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 7:40:44 GMT -5
Post by rgs318 on Sept 20, 2016 7:40:44 GMT -5
Interested to hear reports on Miles Alexander. Do we think he's poised to move up to #1 on the depth chart over Walker? Feels like the game against Dartmouth is a close to a must-win as a non-conference game can be. Climbing out of a 1-3 hole would be pretty daunting.Having a "must win" will be difficult against arguably the strongest opponent HC has faced thus far.
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 9:43:39 GMT -5
Post by beerseach on Sept 20, 2016 9:43:39 GMT -5
Interested to hear reports on Miles Alexander. Do we think he's poised to move up to #1 on the depth chart over Walker? Feels like the game against Dartmouth is a close to a must-win as a non-conference game can be. Climbing out of a 1-3 hole would be pretty daunting.1000% Alexander should move to the #1 spot on the depth chart at RB. How long can a team go with a 3.2 yard per average carry RB? Its unreal they have gone this long with him as the #1 RB. He doesn't block real well either and at this point its not due to inexperience. Its either a lack of talent for blocking or a lack of want to for blocking. Until HC learns to tackle better this season won't get much better.
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Post by timholycross on Sept 20, 2016 10:00:07 GMT -5
Walker isn't the #1 guy, it was Guild, when it comes down to it.
Sort of like the Pats with Bolden (sp?). Never a standout but always stretches during the season where they're stuck using him.
Nice that, hopefully, Alexander gives them an alternative.
It's tough in college football to have your running game hide your defensive deficiencies. The drives for a good team with a standout running attack simply don't consume that many plays or take that much time off the clock (unless, maybe you're Navy). The other side of the ball has to be able to do its job.
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 10:26:32 GMT -5
Post by rgs318 on Sept 20, 2016 10:26:32 GMT -5
"Until HC learns to tackle better this season won't get much better."
A few looked very bad when they had a chance to show what they could do. I am reluctant to name names. Better tackling is needed from "some" of HC's players. In some games, the lack of that skill by 2 or 3 players turned a potential win into a loss.
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Post by bison137 on Sept 20, 2016 10:33:23 GMT -5
If Admissions really is the problem at this junction in the program, then changing coaches will not be the solution. We're recruiting now at a higher level, which means at a more competitive level. If the status of Admissions does not change, then we will be even LESS successful than in the past, because the schedule has been upgraded. In other words, the schedule upgrade REQUIRES a liberalization in Admissions--IF WE WANT TO WIN. Are you listening, td128? Coaches and fans at most PL and Ivy schools have the exact same complaints and the exact same issues.
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Post by purplehaze on Sept 20, 2016 11:07:46 GMT -5
seems i missed the story about Guild being out for the year. When did this occur ? what is the injury ? injecting the tight end into a fullback role (?) might be a good idea, we need solutions fast to get some offensive balance
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 11:27:26 GMT -5
Post by rgs318 on Sept 20, 2016 11:27:26 GMT -5
seems i missed the story about Guild being out for the year. When did this occur ? what is the injury ? injecting the tight end into a fullback role (?) might be a good idea, we need solutions fast to get some offensive balance I seem to have missed that one. Is Guild actually out for the year?
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 11:42:47 GMT -5
Post by deep Purple on Sept 20, 2016 11:42:47 GMT -5
During the pregame Dick Lutsk said he was done for the year with a foot injury. He said it was a lisfranc and that he's eligible for medical redshirt.
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 12:05:50 GMT -5
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Post by HC92 on Sept 20, 2016 12:05:50 GMT -5
Not sure I understand the hate Diquan has received from a few of you over the last couple of weeks. We've been manhandled at the line of scrimmage in both of the last two games. Against Morgan State, he flashed the big play ability that is what he should bring to the table on a good team. We are not a good team right now. He's averaging 4.1 yards per rush over 2+ seasons. That's pretty good for mostly Frosh and Soph stats. He did not have a great game against Albany or UNH. He joins a long list of teammates in that regard. Alexander looked pretty good on his 11 carries against Albany but keep in mind that his longest run (14 yards) came on a draw play with 0:35 left and Albany playing a prevent defense. If Alexander is better, then he'll start to play more. No need to pile on Diquan because you're frustrated that we stink again.
I don't think he's on the list of top 10 problems with this team. If the lack of a consistent running game is the problem (again), it's a failure of recruiting. With Guild's injury, our top two running backs weigh 180 and 185. That is not a recipe for success against teams like UNH and Albany. The top backs at Fordham, Colgate and Lehigh all weigh between 205 and 215. Not huge, but a lot thicker than our guys.
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 12:46:23 GMT -5
Post by timholycross on Sept 20, 2016 12:46:23 GMT -5
My only dislike of Mr. Walker is the OC or CTG calling his number in short yardage situations especially when everyone is lined up in a tight formation. The play has been largely unsuccessful for the past two seasons. Very frustrating to see it happen up at UNH as HC was very much in the ballgame. Sorry I took it out on him.
Inserting the tight end into the backfield last week in that situation at least twice was a real positive development.
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 12:53:33 GMT -5
Post by nhteamer on Sept 20, 2016 12:53:33 GMT -5
Re: Guild A Lisfranc injury can end a career not just a year
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 13:00:54 GMT -5
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Post by HC92 on Sept 20, 2016 13:00:54 GMT -5
My only dislike of Mr. Walker is the OC or CTG calling his number in short yardage situations especially when everyone is lined up in a tight formation. The play has been largely unsuccessful for the past two seasons. Very frustrating to see it happen up at UNH as HC was very much in the ballgame. Sorry I took it out on him. Inserting the tight end into the backfield last week in that situation at least twice was a real positive development. Agree that coaches need to put players in a position to succeed. The staff has failed Diquan in this regard more often than not.
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 13:42:38 GMT -5
Post by rgs318 on Sept 20, 2016 13:42:38 GMT -5
Re: Guild A Lisfranc injury can end a career not just a year That injury is clearly not good, but thank you for answering my question. "A Lisfranc injury is often mistaken for a simple sprain, especially if the injury is a result of a straightforward twist and fall. However, injury to the Lisfranc joint is not a simple sprain that should be simply "walked off." It is a severe injury that may take many months to heal and may require surgery to treat."
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 14:11:45 GMT -5
Post by beerseach on Sept 20, 2016 14:11:45 GMT -5
No one is hating on any player but evaluating/observing. Walker averaged 3.6 yards per carry on 86 carries last year. Guild only had 67 for a 6 yard per carry average. This year Walker's numbers are up at 5 yards per carry but includes that one big run. Alexander is at 4.7 with along run of only 14 at this point. Plus Walker will not block. Very below average. Been seeing that for three seasons now. If I'm the OC, I want Alexander back there more and more each game. It feels like we are settling for average instead of expecting or looking for better than average. Not only at RB either. Seems we play guys because they are Juniors or Seniors rather than the best player. The best programs in the country develop their whole roster rather than just the older guys.
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Albany
Sept 20, 2016 14:45:18 GMT -5
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Post by HC92 on Sept 20, 2016 14:45:18 GMT -5
Seems we play guys because they are Juniors or Seniors rather than the best player. The best programs in the country develop their whole roster rather than just the older guys. Seems like you recommend getting the freshmen more playing time in many of your posts. Any particular reason? In addition to the one above, some excerpts from your 21 posts to date: "Alexander is easily the best RB on the roster." "Also really liked what I saw from the two freshman safeties. They need to get developed and fast. I think there is a lack of development in the younger guys which creates a big void between the experienced less talented older guys and the younger more talented guys." "The freshman RB is by far the best RB. Play him!!!" "Maybe they should give the freshman a chance to see what he has." "With all the injuries the other night, I would like to see some freshman from this last class get some time and see if they can contribute. The younger players on this team have got to step up!"
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Albany
Sept 21, 2016 0:57:54 GMT -5
Post by beerseach on Sept 21, 2016 0:57:54 GMT -5
Yeah the reason is I think some of the younger guys are more talented. After watching Alexander play you think there is any question whether he is more talented than Walker? Walker is a three year guy with minimal improvement over the course of three years. Doesn't pass block for crap. We are giving up 500+ yards a game on defense. It's a wrong observation to say or wonder if maybe there are freshmen or sophomores that could be more capable of playing certain positions? I guess we could go with some of the guys who are out there now and settle for the play we have watched so far. I'm not good with it but if you are go ahead and keep giving up 500+ yards and play an average RB at best. Good luck with that...
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