Just re-watched the game. Live, I was working and sort of watching, so I was off to the DVR tonight. Here are my observations:
1. Not concerned about our lines. USA had some big dudes to try to move around and we did okay.
2. Martinez had a horrendous 3rd quarter and missed that easy TD pass to Wan’Dale before half. Otherwise, wasn’t too bad. Yes he forced some throws, but that’s correctable.
3. High snaps were a rhythm killer. Especially the one that lost about 20 yards basically negated a likely scoring drive. Again, correctable.
4. Other than the fumble, Mills played okay. Certainly not as bad as some think. He’s just not as flashy as Wan’Dale or MO, but will be good to have in the rotation.
5. Hate to criticize HCSF, but some play calling was suspect and didn’t put us in the best position to succeed. No doubt that will improve.
6. A lot to like on defense. Very impressed with the improvements from last year. Good job coaches!
7. Special teams has improved and will get better. I don’t think we’ll see JD muff too many more punts.
8. USA didn’t suck. Their QB made some great throws and they had some good athletes.
9. Wan’Dale, MO, JD? Yes please.
10. Eric Lee earned a blackshirt IMO.
11. Cam Taylor is a beast. Again, props to the coaches.
To summarize, most of what ailed us today is correctable and after re-watching with the benefit of rewinding. I feel A Lot better about this season than I did after the game.