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Defense---2003 vs 2011,(ETA 2007 also) a statistical comparison through 3 games
Posted on 9/16/11 at 12:56 am
Posted on 9/16/11 at 12:56 am
ETA: 2007 stats have been added 
So, watching this year's insane performance by our defense had me wondering: Who is better, statistically, through 3 games? 2003 Tigers first 3 games were against ULM, Arizona, and N. Illinois. So this year's team definitely has a tougher schedule through 3 games. Here is the statistical breakdown (sorry about the formatting):
2011 vs 2003 LSU Defense (thru 3 games)
2003 2007 2011
Total Yards 630 385 623
Points 27 7 36
Rushing Yards 163 90 143
YPR 2.1 0.99 1.6
Passing Yards 467 295 480
YPP 4.4 3.8 4.4
Fum Recovered 1 2 3
INT 6 7 4
Sacks 6 13 6
Tackles for loss 20 28 31
After looking at the stats, I was actually quite surprised to find that the 2007 team was better than 2003 (through 3 games) in virtually every defensive category, and played a much tougher schedule. It looks like 2011's version might fall somewhere in the middle of these 2 teams, and if the numbers hold up and we do turn out to be that solid, it is gonna be one hell of a ride.
Note: The 2007 team started out on fire, but towards the end of the season they were gashed a couple of times. I may revisit this later in the season to see where we stand up against the 2 championship teams after SEC play.
So, watching this year's insane performance by our defense had me wondering: Who is better, statistically, through 3 games? 2003 Tigers first 3 games were against ULM, Arizona, and N. Illinois. So this year's team definitely has a tougher schedule through 3 games. Here is the statistical breakdown (sorry about the formatting):
2011 vs 2003 LSU Defense (thru 3 games)
2003 2007 2011
Total Yards 630 385 623
Points 27 7 36
Rushing Yards 163 90 143
YPR 2.1 0.99 1.6
Passing Yards 467 295 480
YPP 4.4 3.8 4.4
Fum Recovered 1 2 3
INT 6 7 4
Sacks 6 13 6
Tackles for loss 20 28 31
After looking at the stats, I was actually quite surprised to find that the 2007 team was better than 2003 (through 3 games) in virtually every defensive category, and played a much tougher schedule. It looks like 2011's version might fall somewhere in the middle of these 2 teams, and if the numbers hold up and we do turn out to be that solid, it is gonna be one hell of a ride.
Note: The 2007 team started out on fire, but towards the end of the season they were gashed a couple of times. I may revisit this later in the season to see where we stand up against the 2 championship teams after SEC play.
This post was edited on 9/16/11 at 11:31 am
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Posted on 9/16/11 at 12:58 am to ITtigah
Honestly I would totally compare us to 2003. Insane D
Posted on 9/16/11 at 12:59 am to ITtigah
Sweet post
Posted on 9/16/11 at 1:01 am to ITtigah
Awesome.
2007 stats?
2007 stats?
Posted on 9/16/11 at 1:01 am to ITtigah
Having played 2 ranked teams in those first 3 games and still having those stats is damned impressive!!
Posted on 9/16/11 at 1:06 am to ITtigah
We opened against ULM, Arizona and W. Illinois in 2003. Not sure where you got N. Illinois and Western Kentucky from. Do I need to go check your stats too?
Posted on 9/16/11 at 1:23 am to ITtigah
The TFL stats are just scary. They live in the backfield.
Posted on 9/16/11 at 2:11 am to SportTiger1
This D is scary good. We have the best d-line and probably secondary in the country. And we have incredible depth at both. Seeing as we've played 2 ranked teams already and abused them, I'd say this D could end up being the best we've ever seen in P&G
Posted on 9/16/11 at 2:24 am to ITtigah
Statistical Comparison:
2003= 1 National Title
2011= 0 National Titles
2003= 1 National Title
2011= 0 National Titles
Posted on 9/16/11 at 2:32 am to peopleschamp
quote:
Statistical Comparison:
2003= 1 National Title
2011= 0 National Titles
Are you a fricking moron with zero reading comprehension -
THE FIRST THREE GAMES
the 2003 team didn't have a title at the end of 3 games.
Posted on 9/16/11 at 2:39 am to peopleschamp
The talent in 2003 was pretty good, technique was excellent.
2011 technique has been pretty good, talent is phenomenol.
I think this is the best defense I have ever seen at lsu. If they correct the mistakes they made tonight this will be one of the best defensive units of all time
2011 technique has been pretty good, talent is phenomenol.
I think this is the best defense I have ever seen at lsu. If they correct the mistakes they made tonight this will be one of the best defensive units of all time
Posted on 9/16/11 at 2:41 am to dke2
quote:
one of the best defensive units of all time
whoa slow down bro, not to say they don't have the chance but statements like that lead to the meltdown that was the 03' sooners.
Posted on 9/16/11 at 7:40 am to ITtigah
Sorry. Corrected the schedule.
Posted on 9/16/11 at 7:59 am to ITtigah
Take away Oregon and MSU's garbage time drives, (which I doubt ULM, Arizona, and N. Illionois had) and wow. 
Posted on 9/16/11 at 8:16 am to ITtigah
Thanks for the breakdown
This post was edited on 9/16/11 at 8:17 am
Posted on 9/16/11 at 8:35 am to ITtigah
Nice post - thanks!
Posted on 9/16/11 at 8:45 am to deltahotel
Could we get the 07 stats, too? MSU, VT, and who?
Posted on 9/16/11 at 8:49 am to Starchild
quote:
This D is scary good. We have the best d-line and probably secondary in the country. And we have incredible depth at both. Seeing as we've played 2 ranked teams already and abused them, I'd say this D could end up being the best we've ever seen in P&G
It will be if they don't get too cocky and play technical defense..
I could see our D getting burned by really good QB's and offensive scheme's... like Arkansas...that will be a really tough game, but I think at home, we overwhelm them this year...stop their run and pick Wilsom 2 times
This post was edited on 9/16/11 at 8:49 am
Posted on 9/16/11 at 8:56 am to ITtigah
And we don't have any of Saban's players. 
Posted on 9/16/11 at 8:57 am to LSU NO Tigah
quote:
Having played 2 ranked teams in those first 3 games and still having those stats is damned impressive!!
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