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I've watched several of last year's games recently with a lot more attention to detail the second time around. Just wanted to see everyone elses' take on the true areas where LSU needs to improve, besides obviously quarterback. Here are a couple of things I've noticed:

1. Play calling
There's always a lot of criticism given to the qb about getting the play off. The problem is obvious when the qb is looking toward the sideline frustrated, and as if almost pleading for some direction. This seemed to be an ongoing problem throughout the season, and has been the cause of many a time out or delay of game. When they pan to Les, he's usually just watching and waiting, so it seems that Cam is the one making the decision. Shouldn't this be almost instant, given the fact that there are several coaches in the booth analyzing the defense?

2. Getting the snap off in a hurry
I know this is a problem in many loud stadiums, but some kind of improvement could be made on communication with the center. Hopefully another year of experience has led to improvement in communication and attention/urgency regarding the play clock.

Now go ahead and criticize my post, grammar, or tell me how it was too long. I'm not a coach or football expert of any kind, but I did play for some coaches that were very detail oriented and expected smart play.

I enjoy the actual football conversations on here, as many of you have a lot of insight and information, and am damn glad the off season is almost over.

the two things you listed here, as well as what everyone else has listed can be improved with one word

execution

it's time for the execution of the players to quit being pointed out

the execution from the coaches box to the sideline needs to get better. it needs to improve more than the on the field execution does.

delay of game after time outs, punts, kickoffs and penalties. QB's begging for a play while the clock ticks past 10 seconds.

execution on the field will improve when the players are put in a situation to execute.

doesn't matter if LSU only uses 12 different plays all year, or if the fans have a good idea of what play is coming.