Linebackers
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I feel like this staff places less emphasis on linebackers in the traditional sense. The "Leo" is basically a large linebacker at the line of scrimmage; capable of pass rushing as well as dropping into coverage. Meanwhile the "Star" is a strong safety capable of helping stop the run. What are we technically playing? A 4-2-5? In this scenario, you don't need a ton of true linebackers. Welcome to today's pass-happy Big 12, where fast pass rushers and a loaded secondary are essential.
What was missing last year was linebackers and safeties (outside KCM) willing to step into the gaps to stop the running game. Hopefully Vance and Sutton can do this at LB next year.
Outside of Tech Tech, the Big12 wasn't as pass heavy last year as you would think. Baylor, TX, OK, KSU, WV and almost TCU, all averaged over 200 ypg rushing in conf. play last year. Important because it leads to ball control and keeps it away from the opposition offense.
ISU was actually 3rd in pass defense but 8th in rushing defense last year. Giving up well over 200 ypg rushing. Yes we still had the 8th rated pass defense efficiency rating giving up 25 TDs thru the air but getting the ball back by stopping the run is a must to win more games.
Outside of Tech Tech, the Big12 wasn't as pass heavy last year as you would think. Baylor, TX, OK, KSU, WV and almost TCU, all averaged over 200 ypg rushing in conf. play last year. Important because it leads to ball control and keeps it away from the opposition offense.
ISU was actually 3rd in pass defense but 8th in rushing defense last year. Giving up well over 200 ypg rushing. Yes we still had the 8th rated pass defense efficiency rating giving up 25 TDs thru the air but getting the ball back by stopping the run is a must to win more games.
It will primarily be Harvey, Northrup and Mills on the field this year with McMillen and Sutton getting worked in trying to get more experience.
By years end I think Sutton could be on the field quite a bit.
I'm hoping a linebacker or two will make the Jeremiah George/Jevohn Miller spring improvement.
By years end I think Sutton could be on the field quite a bit.
I'm hoping a linebacker or two will make the Jeremiah George/Jevohn Miller spring improvement.
I wouldn't be shocked if Vance & Hummel don't redshirt. We may see Vance worked into blitz packages in obvious passing situations & both would play on special teams. AK47 & Jake Knott played as true freshmen primarily on special teams.
I agree but Rhoads played older guys not the best guys. If Vance & Hummel are redshirted, hopefully this means that there are plenty of guys playing better during fall camp.
Am in the "absolutely don't play them unless they are in the top 3 or 4" camp.
If they are ready and help the team then play them. If they won't see the field then RedShirt them. I'm pretty confident the staff has that common sense.
Kicker is always a concern. We could have Morten Andersen returning and I'd be concerned.
I don't think that was his point. It's that if he continues at this rate, he'll be below 5 foot before the season even starts.
I'm just glad I don't have to watch you know who side step oncoming linemen at the point of attack allowing the running back to cruise into the secondary untouched again this year. We had guys deliberately take themselves out of position time and time again. Hoping that wasn't coached....
I'm just glad I don't have to watch you know who side step oncoming linemen at the point of attack allowing the running back to cruise into the secondary untouched again this year. We had guys deliberately take themselves out of position time and time again. Hoping that wasn't coached....
I'm guessing there were tables in the press box taking a beating at times last season in the defensive room. I've been told that it would be worth spending big $$$$$$ to have access to the head phone conversations of this staff.
I'm just glad I don't have to watch you know who side step oncoming linemen at the point of attack allowing the running back to cruise into the secondary untouched again this year. We had guys deliberately take themselves out of position time and time again. Hoping that wasn't coached....
I must be missing something. Which guy did this
