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There seems to be the idea that Georgia's run defense is overrated..
Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:47 am
Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:47 am
at least from the few threads I skimmed yesterday. Or that our defense is only so-so and only ranks high because of our level of competition. Well here's some food for thought, below is the rushing yards allowed by UGA and LSU in the 6 games against common opponents.
Miss -- UGA 34/LSU 148
MSU -- UGA 56/LSU 59
UT -- UGA -21/LSU 111
UF -- UGA -19/LSU 113
KY -- UGA 23/LSU 89
AU -- UGA 51/LSU 87
Now, I'm not saying that our defense is as good as LSU's, because it isn't. Please understand that. All I'm saying is that for those who think our defensive ranking (especially run defense, which is the strength of our whole team) is only where it is because of our schedule, well that's not quite accurate. We don't have bama or LSU's defense, but we're not as far behind as people would like to think.
Miss -- UGA 34/LSU 148
MSU -- UGA 56/LSU 59
UT -- UGA -21/LSU 111
UF -- UGA -19/LSU 113
KY -- UGA 23/LSU 89
AU -- UGA 51/LSU 87
Now, I'm not saying that our defense is as good as LSU's, because it isn't. Please understand that. All I'm saying is that for those who think our defensive ranking (especially run defense, which is the strength of our whole team) is only where it is because of our schedule, well that's not quite accurate. We don't have bama or LSU's defense, but we're not as far behind as people would like to think.
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Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:48 am to WG_Dawg
Your defense is closer to that of florida than lsu or bama
Which is why no one is scared
Which is why no one is scared
Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:49 am to WG_Dawg
Those stats are really good. How's your secondary?
I'm not hating, I'm just suggesting that perhaps teams tend to throw on you more than say LSU.
I'm not hating, I'm just suggesting that perhaps teams tend to throw on you more than say LSU.
Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:50 am to WG_Dawg
we'll go for 200+
Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:50 am to WG_Dawg
Those numbers look very impressive. But why hasn't Georgia blown out these weak opponents. Could you do a comparison of points allowed. And total yardage.
Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:51 am to WG_Dawg
And where exactly do those offenses rank?
Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:51 am to WG_Dawg
quote:
We don't have bama or LSU's defense, but we're not as far behind as people would like to think.
Why yes, yes you are.
Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:51 am to WG_Dawg
Your run defense may be good.
The issue is our running game is probably better. It has multiple looks and features multiple backs with different skill sets. Not to mention the threat of the QB running.
I'm not sure any other team presents what LSU presents in terms of a run game.
Just my opinion.
ETA- we are averaging about 300 yards a game over the last 3 weeks.
The issue is our running game is probably better. It has multiple looks and features multiple backs with different skill sets. Not to mention the threat of the QB running.
I'm not sure any other team presents what LSU presents in terms of a run game.
Just my opinion.
ETA- we are averaging about 300 yards a game over the last 3 weeks.
This post was edited on 12/1/11 at 8:53 am
Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:54 am to WG_Dawg
It's going to be a great game. Obviously a lot of issues will become clear by the end.
LSU played flat in a couple games you site simply because of the previous weeks demanding games, so I do not think this comparison holds water, just my 2 cents.
Also while UGA defense appears close to LSU/Bama's or next best, however you view this, the difference is much greater due to quality of LSU's play OL and DL.
I liked what Tony Barnhart said this morning on his show. "If it was a 30 minute game UGA may win but they can't hang for 60"
Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:55 am to WG_Dawg
I almost feel sorry for you; ALMOST!
Posted on 12/1/11 at 8:55 am to WG_Dawg
Those are some good #s 
Posted on 12/1/11 at 9:01 am to WG_Dawg
quote:
There seems to be the idea that Georgia's run defense is overrated..
Interesting stats.
Enjoy your forthcoming arse-kicking!
Posted on 12/1/11 at 9:03 am to WG_Dawg
quote:
Now, I'm not saying that our defense is as good as LSU's, because it isn't. Please understand that. All I'm saying is that for those who think our defensive ranking (especially run defense, which is the strength of our whole team) is only where it is because of our schedule, well that's not quite accurate. We don't have bama or LSU's defense, but we're not as far behind as people would like to think.
And that's why we playing---to find out if these stats mean diddly squat!
Posted on 12/1/11 at 9:06 am to WG_Dawg
Yards per carry would be a more accurate comparison.
Posted on 12/1/11 at 9:13 am to WG_Dawg
here is the flaw,,,, RUSHING ATTEMPTS PER GAME
vs UGA LSU
MISS 26 42
MISS ST 34 34
TENN 23 29
FLA 22 32
AUB 25 34
UK 21 39
Im not saying that UGA doesnt have a good rushing D but id be willing to bet any major yardage LSU gave up came in clean up duty against the second or 3rd string. also, with the exception of auburn and maybe miss st, i would venture to say that UGA starter played every minute of the rest of the games.
Stats are for losers!
vs UGA LSU
MISS 26 42
MISS ST 34 34
TENN 23 29
FLA 22 32
AUB 25 34
UK 21 39
Im not saying that UGA doesnt have a good rushing D but id be willing to bet any major yardage LSU gave up came in clean up duty against the second or 3rd string. also, with the exception of auburn and maybe miss st, i would venture to say that UGA starter played every minute of the rest of the games.
Stats are for losers!
Posted on 12/1/11 at 9:44 am to WG_Dawg
Now for the passing yards allowed...
Miss -- UGA 149/LSU 47
MSU -- UGA 157/LSU 141
UT -- UGA -290/LSU 128
UF -- UGA -245/LSU 100
KY -- UGA 142/LSU 66
AU -- UGA 144/LSU 161
UGA = 1,127 yds
LSU = 643 yds
Miss -- UGA 149/LSU 47
MSU -- UGA 157/LSU 141
UT -- UGA -290/LSU 128
UF -- UGA -245/LSU 100
KY -- UGA 142/LSU 66
AU -- UGA 144/LSU 161
UGA = 1,127 yds
LSU = 643 yds
Posted on 12/1/11 at 9:44 am to WG_Dawg
quote:
WG_Dawg
Uga is a good football team. but you gotta understand, oregon, miss st, wv, fla, tenn, bama, and especially arky all said the same thing.
"lsu is overrated, we are underrated"
we've beaten all teams, except one, by ten points or more. so shut up, cause nobody on this board is gonna take you seriously.
Posted on 12/1/11 at 10:06 am to WG_Dawg
Just show up on Saturday. We'll find out how good you are.
Posted on 12/1/11 at 10:08 am to WG_Dawg
the UGA defense is not even in the same universe; however, with all the bulletin board material they've provided, they may rank #1 in dumbest unit.
Posted on 12/1/11 at 11:45 am to WG_Dawg
TEAM/OPPENENT DIV 1 RUSHING RANK
Boise ST #53
South Cackalacky #25
Ole Piss #84
Misses State #40
Tenn #116
Vandy #42
Florida #73
New Mexican State #89
Auburned #35
UKanDoit #88
GTech #3 (against that stout ACC)
LSU #17
Just don't really see amazing stuff here to justify putting UGA's run D on a pedestal. Decent maybe but nothing I'd be bragging about. GT plays a lot of crap schools with that high school offense.
Boise ST #53
South Cackalacky #25
Ole Piss #84
Misses State #40
Tenn #116
Vandy #42
Florida #73
New Mexican State #89
Auburned #35
UKanDoit #88
GTech #3 (against that stout ACC)
LSU #17
Just don't really see amazing stuff here to justify putting UGA's run D on a pedestal. Decent maybe but nothing I'd be bragging about. GT plays a lot of crap schools with that high school offense.
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