It's not an exact science when human beings are involved. Coaches try to make the best personnel decisions to win the most games. When you look at it from that perspective, they did their best at that.

Harris was too green to throw out there starting out. Jennings appeared capable until the Mississippi game. He didn't give up on him (wise decision) and let him play the following game, where he struggled. He then put Harris in until we got to Auburn and he was obviously struggling. He put Jennings in ever since. By not giving up on him (like he did with J. Lee, in my opinion) he allowed him to step back in when Harris struggled. He's a rookie QB, it was bound to happen.

Blaming Miles for the decision aspect of the QB situation is pretty stupid. You put the guy in that will win you the most games. Period.

The biggest issue is that Mettenberger was a stop-gap for the QB position. In that period we did not recruit anyone of consequence at the QB position. Hence, we have a down year.

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Posted by TigerB8

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Member since Oct 2003

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Posted on 12/15/14 at 11:19 am to AlaTiger

It's the Len Bias effect!! LOL

The VIP recruit the organization was relying on to continue the dynasty didn't show up on campus!...Just kidding. I'm digressing here....

Poor QB development
Poor QB talent assessment of high school recruits
Poor management of QB talent during season

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Posted by AlwysATgr

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Posted on 12/15/14 at 12:42 pm to Katy Tiger

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Its because JL threw INTs in 2008 and messed up Les' mind.

Yep. And what we see now is an O that makes it really difficult for a young QB to get into any kind of rhythm. It seemingly works like this: "We have no confidence in you so don't mess up."

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Posted by cas4t

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Posted on 12/15/14 at 12:44 pm to Draconian Sanctions

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Zach Lee was the plan

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Posted by MikeyLikesIT

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Posted on 12/15/14 at 4:58 pm to cas4t

LSU only has a good QB every few years. Les Miles is the greatest coach ever.

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Posted by Mulat

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Posted on 12/15/14 at 5:01 pm to MikeyLikesIT

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LSU only has a good QB when less does not sign them or train them

FIFY

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Posted by reed morton

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Posted on 12/15/14 at 5:36 pm to AlaTiger

You will not have a 1,000 yd rusher when using a 4 back system. The "early losses" to the NFL doom LSU to a lesser than possible season. LM is a great recruiter, but cannot make up for those who opt out early.

The Tigers need to look for better dual threat QBs and continue to select tough RBs. The pass game needs to be more spread and wide open. The SEC can defense any team that chooses to run the ball 80 % of the offensive plays.

What was the total rushing yards for the team this year? Bet it is over 1,000 yds

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Posted by reed morton

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Posted on 12/15/14 at 5:45 pm to reed morton

I just looked up the 2014 rushing yards total for the 2014 regular season. The "backfield" ran for 2634 yards in a little over 550 carries. This attests to the back's power and running ability when the opposition knew the team choose run over pass often.

Rather good average.

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