circledrill
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I was having a discussion on aunation.net with a Husker fan. I have seen many similar things mentioned in other threads, so I thought I would post all of my comments here for you guys.
I am by no means an Auburn expert, so this is just one guy's thoughts. There are many others that know much more than me. Hope you find this info useful!
On offense, I would say we are "primarily" a run offense, but Al Borges runs a west coast-type offense that utilizes just about everything. QB Brandon Cox is a threat if our offense is working. He is not a scrambler by any means, but he can put it to you if the passing game is working. We are deep at RB with a rotation of solid backs, which should be no surprise from "Running back U." Our backs include (but are not limited to): Kenny Irons, Brad Lester, Carl Stewart. Our receivers are decent, and seem to be able to come through when we really need them to step up.
Our special teams is among the best in the country. We are rock solid in all aspects of special teams. Forcing us to punt won't give you much advantage, as you will still be forced to drive 80-90 yards most of the time. The 35-Goaline range is pretty much a solid field goal range for us.
Look up any post on here by a guy called "StatTiger." That guy is out of control on his statistics he keeps for AU football. That will give you a better idea if you want "numbers."
If what you are saying is true about your blitz, then that could work in Auburn's favor, because when Cox has time, he can deliver massive damage with the ball. When he is pressured he will either take a sack or make a good pass. He does not turn the ball over very much.
As far as Cox's health. He has a disease/condition that I do not know much about. Maybe others on the board can elaborate about it. I know that it bothers him and he takes some kind of medicine for it. As for his injuries, his right knee was in pretty bad shape toward the end of the season. At the Georgia game (Nov. 11), his knee was taped up more than any kid's I have ever seen playing on the field. And then the first play from scrimmage, he took a hit right on that knee.
We had a 12-straight-game schedule this year, and in the SEC, that is quite brutal. We were quite banged up all around by the end of the season. Needless to say, the month off before the Cotton Bowl will be a welcome recovery time. I am confident all of our players will be as near 100% as possible by that game.
I am by no means an Auburn expert, so this is just one guy's thoughts. There are many others that know much more than me. Hope you find this info useful!
I would say we are OK on both run and pass defense. Probably stronger on stopping the run. When our defense blitz can put pressure on the opponent QB, it can make for a long day for opponents.
On offense, I would say we are "primarily" a run offense, but Al Borges runs a west coast-type offense that utilizes just about everything. QB Brandon Cox is a threat if our offense is working. He is not a scrambler by any means, but he can put it to you if the passing game is working. We are deep at RB with a rotation of solid backs, which should be no surprise from "Running back U." Our backs include (but are not limited to): Kenny Irons, Brad Lester, Carl Stewart. Our receivers are decent, and seem to be able to come through when we really need them to step up.
Our special teams is among the best in the country. We are rock solid in all aspects of special teams. Forcing us to punt won't give you much advantage, as you will still be forced to drive 80-90 yards most of the time. The 35-Goaline range is pretty much a solid field goal range for us.
Look up any post on here by a guy called "StatTiger." That guy is out of control on his statistics he keeps for AU football. That will give you a better idea if you want "numbers."
We have a new DC this year, Will Muschamp. He follows a DC that was here for one year, and Gene Chizik before him. Our defense has been unpredictable at times...maybe due to so much coaching turnover. The philosophy at Auburn has been to sacrifice size for speed on defense, especially with linebackers. Our defense WILL get to the ball, make no mistake about that. We have had some trouble tackling this year. Because of our speed on defense, it is difficult for opponents to run around the end (most of the time).
If what you are saying is true about your blitz, then that could work in Auburn's favor, because when Cox has time, he can deliver massive damage with the ball. When he is pressured he will either take a sack or make a good pass. He does not turn the ball over very much.
As far as Cox's health. He has a disease/condition that I do not know much about. Maybe others on the board can elaborate about it. I know that it bothers him and he takes some kind of medicine for it. As for his injuries, his right knee was in pretty bad shape toward the end of the season. At the Georgia game (Nov. 11), his knee was taped up more than any kid's I have ever seen playing on the field. And then the first play from scrimmage, he took a hit right on that knee.
We had a 12-straight-game schedule this year, and in the SEC, that is quite brutal. We were quite banged up all around by the end of the season. Needless to say, the month off before the Cotton Bowl will be a welcome recovery time. I am confident all of our players will be as near 100% as possible by that game.
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