ST is only about 15% of the plays in a game. Unfortunately, Campbell knows this and refuses to coach this aspect of the game. However, ST is almost equally important to D/O because of the higher impact on field position, points scored, and "game breaker" plays.
Pollard might need to step in regarding OL/OC. Campbell thinks he knows how to run the offense. He tried and failed miserably when TM went to the NFL. We need a paradigm shift, and Campbell won't allow changes to his system. Manning's hand are tied. Can TM re-imagine and re-develop an entirely new offensive scheme? I highly doubt it. We always hear the term "analytics". We are being killed by analytics. We run the highest probable short yardage success with the lowest probable risk plays every time. The first problem is that these are not based on our talent, training, and execution. We can't ever gain more than a yard on the dive up the middle play, but we call it over and over and over because Campbell has a *&%$#@! computer telling him that it is the best play call. The opposing defense is all over Campbell's analytic model like they are sitting in our huddle. They know what plays are coming. Once we are at third and long, the defensive pins their ears back and pressures Dekkers into errant throws or being sacked due to Manning's stay in the pocket rule. Another paradox is that Campbell's offense of short runs, short passes, death by a 100 cuts, is supposed to minimize turnovers. We had 5 turnovers a against OSU. Also against OSU, late in the game, we had the same olineman flagged for 3 false starts in the same drive. Minnesota drills their OL like military cadets. High consistency in timing, spacing, and technique.
We probably need a uniform change. This would be putting lipstick on a pig. Make the fans think we are new and improved. I still like the I State logo though. Walking CY is my favorite. Campbell likes black and hates gold. Maybe he will buy into the 70's look , which I really like. Have to admit I am also a 49er fan.