The blog has been infected by a constant attitude of discension. We critique every move of the coaches, administration, and eachother. Like any organization, it starts at the top. Is this game really that bad Brian? We got boned by ND and need to find quality non-conference opponents in short order. I feel like this isn't an easy task.
Longtime lurker and recent participant. One thing that I haven't seen here that I think should be said... We are all invested in Michigan athletics and acedemics, emotionally and financially, to various extents. However, these are just kids playing a game. I grew up idolizing these guys, but reality changed when they became classmates, friends, and human. I still see a number of people on the team, and others who have moved on, and I try to model my temperment and reactions to theirs. Most of these kids will not retire or ever make money playing football, some will. But many are far better people, and have lasting connections from the their time in Schembecler.
(Off the podium) Basically, its a game played by kids. Cheer, scream, cry. It's great, it's fun. But let's be better than our counterparts. This is particularly relevant given some of the aftermath of the Alabama v. Auburn game.
It's great he can shoot from 3, but this shouldn't be his go-to offensive role. With his size and athleticism, he should be going to the rim 80% of the time. He is way too passive and willing to hang around the perimeter. The only thing I've seen him add to his aresenal is a pullup jumper. Watching him pains me, so much potential, but seemingly no piss and vineger. I don't see a raw competitor, which cannot be taught.
We've significantly underperformed in many aspects of the game this year. Barely winning against some poor teams, and leaving a win on the table. But this game, this far into the season, should provide a true evaluation of this staff.
Adjust to what you have. Put people in positions to succeed. And play to win. Let's outscheme a team for once as well.
Football folk, how do you mitigate their Double A-Gap Blitz? Screens (have we seen one this year?), slants, rollouts?
He seemed to find a rhythm last saturday against Illinois after stringing together some completions. Granted it was Illinois, but he looked good. Would be ideal to rattle/pressure him early.
Does their inconsistent offense justify the Mattison bend-but-don't-break strategy? Or are they weak enough to ramp up the pressure and take a few more chances. Hopefully a healthy MF Jake Ryan negates this choice.
After 7 games and 2 bye weeks, can we please have this figured out? Puzzling and frustrating to say the least. We keep hearing that we're competing and playing the "best 5". I can't understand how that can be so fluid and inconsistent.
I'm even more frustrated after watching UCLA and other squads have success running the ball, while starting 2-3 true freshman. I hope we win this game (mostly), and can look back and see it solidify our identity and personnel.
The off-season physical improvements will certainly be helpful for all the young guys (defensively, rebounding, getting to the rim...). Main concern is creating space and getting open looks. Trey made this happen for everyone last year (Mitch, Nik, Glenn...). Can the offensive sets get us consistent looks? Can the players now create their own offense? Can Spike and Walton create opportunities? I think we'll be great in transition, but may struggle without Trey's ability to create at the end of the shot clock.
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The blog has been infected by a constant attitude of discension. We critique every move of the coaches, administration, and eachother. Like any organization, it starts at the top. Is this game really that bad Brian? We got boned by ND and need to find quality non-conference opponents in short order. I feel like this isn't an easy task.
Lighten up.
Longtime lurker and recent participant. One thing that I haven't seen here that I think should be said... We are all invested in Michigan athletics and acedemics, emotionally and financially, to various extents. However, these are just kids playing a game. I grew up idolizing these guys, but reality changed when they became classmates, friends, and human. I still see a number of people on the team, and others who have moved on, and I try to model my temperment and reactions to theirs. Most of these kids will not retire or ever make money playing football, some will. But many are far better people, and have lasting connections from the their time in Schembecler.
(Off the podium) Basically, its a game played by kids. Cheer, scream, cry. It's great, it's fun. But let's be better than our counterparts. This is particularly relevant given some of the aftermath of the Alabama v. Auburn game.
It's great he can shoot from 3, but this shouldn't be his go-to offensive role. With his size and athleticism, he should be going to the rim 80% of the time. He is way too passive and willing to hang around the perimeter. The only thing I've seen him add to his aresenal is a pullup jumper. Watching him pains me, so much potential, but seemingly no piss and vineger. I don't see a raw competitor, which cannot be taught.
Time to earn your keep Al.
We've significantly underperformed in many aspects of the game this year. Barely winning against some poor teams, and leaving a win on the table. But this game, this far into the season, should provide a true evaluation of this staff.
Adjust to what you have. Put people in positions to succeed. And play to win. Let's outscheme a team for once as well.
Football folk, how do you mitigate their Double A-Gap Blitz? Screens (have we seen one this year?), slants, rollouts?
He seemed to find a rhythm last saturday against Illinois after stringing together some completions. Granted it was Illinois, but he looked good. Would be ideal to rattle/pressure him early.
Please don't discount my argument with logic and fact
Does their inconsistent offense justify the Mattison bend-but-don't-break strategy? Or are they weak enough to ramp up the pressure and take a few more chances. Hopefully a healthy MF Jake Ryan negates this choice.
After 7 games and 2 bye weeks, can we please have this figured out? Puzzling and frustrating to say the least. We keep hearing that we're competing and playing the "best 5". I can't understand how that can be so fluid and inconsistent.
I'm even more frustrated after watching UCLA and other squads have success running the ball, while starting 2-3 true freshman. I hope we win this game (mostly), and can look back and see it solidify our identity and personnel.
The off-season physical improvements will certainly be helpful for all the young guys (defensively, rebounding, getting to the rim...). Main concern is creating space and getting open looks. Trey made this happen for everyone last year (Mitch, Nik, Glenn...). Can the offensive sets get us consistent looks? Can the players now create their own offense? Can Spike and Walton create opportunities? I think we'll be great in transition, but may struggle without Trey's ability to create at the end of the shot clock.