It’s pretty obvious that the way the program is built we have a very thin margin of error against BIG10 comp. Specifically:
1. Our talent level combined with the offensive schemes we run require that we execute close to perfect to be effective, we keep it simple, relying on repetition with few assignment errors and penalties. Counting on improvisation by superior athletes is not expected, it seems plays for the other teams success at least occasionally comes from QBs “making” plays.
2. Depth- Obviously, just not enough talent ready for the BIG 10, but in addition since the basic offense we run requires lots of repetition, just not enough reps for back ups with the ones, especially on the Oline.
3. On field/locker leadership. The culture that GS has created is a tremendous positive, the leaders exemplify the expectations and take charge on the field by their words and play when the going gets tough. When virtually all the leaders are injured, as was the case today, especially on defense, there didn’t seem to be anyone to pull the team together.
1. Our talent level combined with the offensive schemes we run require that we execute close to perfect to be effective, we keep it simple, relying on repetition with few assignment errors and penalties. Counting on improvisation by superior athletes is not expected, it seems plays for the other teams success at least occasionally comes from QBs “making” plays.
2. Depth- Obviously, just not enough talent ready for the BIG 10, but in addition since the basic offense we run requires lots of repetition, just not enough reps for back ups with the ones, especially on the Oline.
3. On field/locker leadership. The culture that GS has created is a tremendous positive, the leaders exemplify the expectations and take charge on the field by their words and play when the going gets tough. When virtually all the leaders are injured, as was the case today, especially on defense, there didn’t seem to be anyone to pull the team together.
