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re: Bama - General armchair strategies

Posted on 10/27/09 at 2:40 pm to
Posted by RollTide85
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Posted on 10/27/09 at 2:40 pm to
One thing I haven't read yet is an emphasis on special teams. We haven't had good kick coverage ALL year. I would bet that our opponent is averaging starting from their 40 when we kickoff. That could be a problem with your speedy returners.

For us, we have Javier Arenas who is as good as they come in kickoff returns, but we get a block in the back or holding penalty probably 9 out of 10 times.

If the game is close, which I think it will be, the emphasis placed on special teams will be a major factor in who gets the win.
Posted by CharlesLSU
Member since Jan 2007
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Posted on 10/27/09 at 2:48 pm to
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One thing I haven't read yet is an emphasis on special teams. We haven't had good kick coverage ALL year. I would bet that our opponent is averaging starting from their 40 when we kickoff. That could be a problem with your speedy returners.

For us, we have Javier Arenas who is as good as they come in kickoff returns, but we get a block in the back or holding penalty probably 9 out of 10 times.

If the game is close, which I think it will be, the emphasis placed on special teams will be a major factor in who gets the win.



VERY true. Field position is going to be at a premium for both teams in this one. Arenas is always scary with the ball in an open field......I hate that guy!

Speaking of, it is essential Les/Crowton address that corner blitz package with Arenas. He was a serious pain in UT's arse.
This post was edited on 10/27/09 at 2:50 pm
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