Comments on: Wonder, Think and Know: Trees Fall in the Forest Edition

By: ND80

ND80 — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 18:30:37 +0000

If I were in Kelly’s shoes, I would be playing a EG too, although against better defenses I think Rees gives the Irish a better chance to win because he can more consistently challenge defenses that attack the QB.

Kelly knows EG has far more upside and the more he plays the sooner he gets to enjoy that upside.

It remains to be seen if EG can master the mental skills needed to fulfill his significant physical skiils. Wish I could put Rees’ head in EG’s body …. right now.

By: Gutsmo

Gutsmo — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:14:52 +0000

Concerning the whistle, whoever is next to someone who does this needs to get the yellow jackets to throw the bum out. However, looking at the replay of the third and two ‘whistle’ play, it does not appear that anyone on the field reacted to a whistle during the play. Just great defense. It’s hard to argue with a line judge 15 feet away and the ref in the end zone also several feet away. Looking at the replay numerous times it does seem that the runner’s elbow was down before the ball crosses the goal line.

By: chrisnd93

chrisnd93 — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 02:03:58 +0000

In reply to ND80.

EG gets there soon enough. 6 games played, and he is doing quite well, given the circumstances. Tommy Rees has done some rather unusual things the past two years, and no has continued to do exactly what the coach has asked him to do – be ready, be prepared when needed, remain a team-member, and contribute to the overall growth of Golson throughout the season.

Golson is the long-term answer for this offense, and I think Rees knows that. But instead of “pouting” as some benched players might want to do, Rees knows his role and plays it well. There is no quarterback controversy, because Rees has decided to be better than that and not make it a controversy. I think Rees’ ultimate goal is to win games, no matter who is behind the center.

By: ND80

ND80 — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:12:37 +0000

For those uncertain about the offensive line, I think you need to take another look at the game. The Irish have moved the ball on the ground in the second half against both Stanford and Miami.

Against Stanford they drove the ball consistently in the third quarter on the ground. Only the fumble by EG keeps points off the board on the first drive. Against Miami, they bullied them into flat out quitting.

Seems to me this line wears people down…. a testament to good conditioning and overall toughness. I think BK even said that a few times. I like these guys.

If EG could be more consistent in pre-snap reads and decisions, we would see defenses playing the pass more honestly and the Irish running game will have even better results.

In contrast to EG, look at Rees’ overtime touchdown,

Rees reads the coverage (single coverage on the left side on both TJ and Toma!!!! … they are rushing 5 and have 3 on Eiffert since both the other TE and back stay in to block), Rees changes the play at the line and throws the quick slant into single coverage to TJ. Single coverage on a matchup you like and Rees made em pay. He knows where he is throwing before the snap. He has the ball out of his hands in under 2 seconds. Good luck defending that……

I dare a defense to keep sending 5 and 6 rushers while doubling up the TE…… when your QB makes those kinds of quick right decisions. EG is not there yet. Hope he gets there soon.

By: john

john — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 22:09:10 +0000

Best sign of the Day “SEC this is what a library looks like” Priceless.

By: Yup

Yup — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 19:53:09 +0000

Manti ran off because the whistle was blown and the side judge came in waving the play dead. And there is an easy to find GIF out there showing CLEARLY that Taylor’s non-ball carrying elbow was down…come on…

By: GS

GS — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 19:29:16 +0000

Wasn’t there a play in the Michigan game that the refs called no play because of a whistle in the stands?

By: Kevin

Kevin — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 19:02:20 +0000

Best sign at Gameday: Hey SEC, this is what a library looks like!

By: Scotty

Scotty — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 18:34:38 +0000

Speaking of signs during College Gameday, did anyone else catch the one that said…

Everett
Slays
Pussy
Nightly

? It made it on the air for about 3 seconds, and then not again.

Stay classy, South Bend.

P.S. In the interest of full disclosure, I laughed hysterically.

By: S-Man

S-Man — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 18:11:57 +0000

Great article. Watched replay many times, first thought his forward progress was stopped, but realized that was not the case, as he was still moving/squirming and no whistle was blown. Then I thought his elbow was down, but after seeing all angles, it was not, soo they have a gripe, it should have been called a TD. On that topic, Kelvaire shouldn’t be jumping up and down clapping before a whistle was blown, could have been pretty damn embarrassing for the freshman, also Manti, who is a beast, ran off too soon as well. BUT, it doesn’t matter, I will still remember it as The Stand, and I agree, a true turning point in this era of ND football.
Personally didn’t hear a whistle, but have heard it before, so quite possible.
I think this is more about the bounces and calls going are way, for whatever reason, which has not always been the case in the previous years. Can’t explain it, positive vibes and energy from the team, playing with confidence, who knows.

Love this team, truly in shock we are 6-0 with the offense as bad as it has been (let’s be honest, it’s pretty weak)> O LIne is atrocious, watch the replay, not sure why, we have talented guys up front (I think) and experience, could it be the new O-Line coach, because before him the line has been excellent with BK at the helm. This is our biggest problem, and the thing that is going to keep us from running the gamut.