Some rational thought for the irrational.

1) The season is not lost. This season will progress positively or negatively based on the health of the team. If we have Lawrence and Herron for State, they don't rush for 200+ yards. If we have them for Florida and Au. I feel good about where we stand. If not, will be a long season.

2)It was apparent to me, playing 20 freshman, we were exposed by their youth. Safety and lb's bit on a play action pass for t.d., Rt Guard missed blocking assignment on 2nd and 2, Corner's, lbs, and d.e. didn't set the edge. All mental error's due to lack of experience. This will improve.

3)It's not O's fault he was hired. He deserves the time (3 years) to put his stamp on the team/program. This program has been short on talent in the offensive and defensive line's since 2011. (The 2011 recruiting class was the decline of the program) He is improving the d. line talent. Key, Lawrence, Alexander, Logan, and Ferrell are guys he got in his 2 1/2 years here. If you look at The texas tech transfer and Shelvin. The d-line looks to be in good shape for the future.

4) A new offensive scheme takes time to learn and execute. Losing Dupree, who didn't make a team, and May T/D. Campbell, really hurt the offense as well.

5) I believe the rant put's way to much stock in Coaching. If you look at the best "coaches" they have the best "talent". O's success or failure will depend on his ability to evaluate talent, recruit it, and manage his roster accordingly. This is something that has been lacking since 2011.

6) I do believe LSU needs to start recruiting the d.t. qb. LSU has a history of struggling to field great offensive line's. Our line is good enough where a really good d.t. qb could take advantage of the defensive pursuit. This would Keep defenses honest rather than pin their ears back to rush the passer. It would open up the run game as well.

7) O's biggest challenge is having a faction of the fan base that never believed in him or gave him a shot. They are now screaming for his head after one loss. These folks didn't believe or like miles and probably won't like the next coach either. He needs to stay the course and ignore the irrational. Do not pander or play to the fanatics. He's forgot more football than them. He needs to trust his people, himself, and ignore the noise.

8) I wasn't for or against the O hire. He is the coach at LSU, now. I'm giving him a chance to correct the deficiencies on this team. At this time it's youth, depth, and some spots talent (tackles, Wr's).