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Common Bama myths seen on TR

Posted on 10/31/16 at 1:59 pm
Posted by Eli Goldfinger
Member since Sep 2016
32785 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 1:59 pm
First off, I'm looking forward to what has turned into the real SECCG.

I've been reading this board for the last week and just wanted to dispel some rumors I've been seeing over and over.


1. Bama will load the box to stop the run...
This isn't something I've seen a Bama defense do in quite a while. The DL and LBs are good enough against the run that the only time safeties creep up into the box is for a rare safety blitz. LF7 and DG are certainly great backs, but barring a total collapse by the front 7, Bama will not load the box to stop the run.


2. Jalen Hurts will get rattled...
No doubt DV will be rocking Saturday night, but this kid is the most poised true freshman I have ever seen. I will be totally shocked to see him get frustrated enough to get off of his game. He's certainly no 'Steve Barkowski' when it comes to the long ball, but he's cool under pressure and tends to come back strong after negative plays.


3. Bama's corners can't play man-to-man...
While it drives me totally nuts that these guys don't always turn around to look for the ball, the corners DBs in general) are very fast and are playing pretty well. They got burned a few times by Chad Kelly, but who hasn't? LSU will probably connect on a couple of deep balls, but I doubt it will be enough to decide the game.
Posted by MightyYat
New Orleans
Member since Jan 2009
24515 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:01 pm to
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1. Bama will load the box to stop the run...


This is the biggest myth and all that needs to be talked about honestly. Bama hasn't needed to stack the box. They're front 7 has dominated LSU's o-line the past few games.
Posted by ChenierauTigre
Dreamland
Member since Dec 2007
34535 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:02 pm to
I can't wait for Hurts and Key to have a play date.

Posted by Ignignot
Member since Mar 2009
18823 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:02 pm to
quote:

but I doubt it will be enough to decide the game.


you hope it won't be
Posted by BugaPainTrain7
Oxford, MS
Member since Nov 2014
11567 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:02 pm to
You're scared.
Posted by TaderSalad
mudbug territory
Member since Jul 2014
24689 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:05 pm to
quote:

2. Jalen Hurts will get rattled...
No doubt DV will be rocking Saturday night, but this kid is the most poised true freshman I have ever seen. I will be totally shocked to see him get frustrated enough to get off of his game. He's certainly no 'Steve Barkowski' when it comes to the long ball, but he's cool under pressure and tends to come back strong after negative plays.


Kelly is a much better QB than Hurts... Kelly got rattled a few times. Hurts youthfulness is an advantage to LSU.
Posted by CanadianIrishFan306
Canada
Member since Jul 2016
23 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:08 pm to
But all Bama fans are related right? That can't be a myth
Posted by Celjun
Lafayette
Member since Sep 2007
2613 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:11 pm to
Have an upvote Gumpy MacGumpity!
Posted by Guava Jelly
Bawston
Member since Jul 2009
11651 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:14 pm to
quote:

this kid is the most poised true freshman I have ever seen.

The most hostile environment in which he has played was in Arkansas.

quote:

They got burned a few times by Chad Kelly

They got burned several times, to the tune of 425 passing yards. They also got burned several times vs Arkansas.

And, to your question, LSU didn't get burned by Chad Kelly.
Posted by PsychTiger
Member since Jul 2004
99396 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:15 pm to
Odd that the OP didn't address the views on officials favoring Bama. Must be fact.
Posted by Lsupimp
Ersatz Amerika-97.6% phony & fake
Member since Nov 2003
78986 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:16 pm to
1. The point is that in the past you could load the box without paying any price. Because we could not complete short and mid range passes,and didn't throw to our TE and RB's. Now, we have at least a chance to force you to stay honest.

2. Got it. Jalen Hurts is Tiger Stadium-proof. Unflappable.


3. "They got burned a few times by Chad Kelly, but who hasn't?"

A. Kelly versus Alabama 26-40, 421 YDS, 3 TD
B. Kelly versus LSU 20-33, 218 YDS, 1 TD, 2 INT
c. One of these is better.
Posted by Shadowlink
The Shadows
Member since Apr 2014
1434 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:16 pm to
quote:

2. Jalen Hurts will get rattled...
No doubt DV will be rocking Saturday night, but this kid is the most poised true freshman I have ever seen. I will be totally shocked to see him get frustrated enough to get off of his game. He's certainly no 'Steve Barkowski' when it comes to the long ball, but he's cool under pressure and tends to come back strong after negative plays.
The hope for LSU is to put him in a situation that he's never been in before. Alabama hasn't been down in the forth quarter this year. What pressure has Hurts had to feel?
Posted by lsuhunt555
Teakwood Village Breh
Member since Nov 2008
38416 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:16 pm to
Posted by GetmorewithLes
UK Basketball Fan
Member since Jan 2011
19121 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:16 pm to
quote:

2. Jalen Hurts will get rattled...


I am not saying he will get rattled but what will he do if/when the things he has done to everyone else don't work. I present my case for JFF and Chad Kelly (and others). LSU has not allowed a read option or scrambling QB to get their legs against us since Cam Newton.

To me he is the key to this game. He has hurt everyone he has faced whether through called runs or ad libs. Also Aranda's calling card is deceptive defense calls. How will he handle it. I am not asking for an answer but just saying this is the game question which will be answered Sat.
Posted by TigerinDunbarton
Dunbarton
Member since Sep 2016
1735 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:17 pm to
Lol. Hilarious.

I love when arm chair idiots say bama doesn't load the box. While they may not technically, they are totally dedicated to the run against LSU/miles. They run blitz, and move guys up closer and fill running lanes. Will be interesting to see what they do now that LSU has proven they will use the middle of the field in the passing game.

Saying hurts won't be rattled. Lmao. You have no idea. You haven't played against even a top 50 defense much less an aggressive top 10 one. Dv is no place to break in against a top defense as a freshman.

Bama and Arkansas passed for a combined 800 yards.. Yeah I'd say you got burned a couple times. LSU gave up 200 passing yards against OM....with about 50 coming on the first drive.

You gumps.
Posted by BoCoTiger
Colorado
Member since Jan 2012
354 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:25 pm to
Do you people have to be obnoxious to everyone who happens to have that "A" in their title? This guy is giving a very clear opinion, and he's not using profanity or any trash talk. I hate the gump-nation as much as any self-respecting Tiger fan, but I'm willing to listen to those very few (<4%) that actually graduated from there and are able to form coherent thoughts.

Well done, Eli Goldfinger. I hope you are incorrect in some of your opinions. Either way, here's hoping for a great game, and hopefully a Tiger victory!

Posted by Yewkindewit
Near Birmingham, Alabama
Member since Apr 2012
20092 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:25 pm to
OK, now go trim the grass around your trailer.....
Posted by iamandykeim
Baton Rouge
Member since Nov 2015
2624 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:28 pm to
bama fan on tiger rant but lsu fans can't go on alabama's board....?
Posted by Mr. Hangover
New Orleans
Member since Sep 2003
34520 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:29 pm to
So basically what you came here to say is that we have no chance and alabama is bulletproof



Go frick yourself
Posted by Chadwick
Member since Aug 2011
5121 posts
Posted on 10/31/16 at 2:30 pm to
Didn't read and frick all gumps :)
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