REALISTIC offensive changes

[Psubiomed]

* Its not impossible to improve WR and TE blocking mid-season. HAMMER downfield blocking in every practice, you're running laps all night if you attempt some low effort bs arm block
* This one isn't rocket science, but throw to the long side of the field more often. Even with all our issues, we should be able to outrun most teems if we have space
* The middle of the field exists. Shocking, I know. Our TEs aren't good blockers anyway, slip them out more often and get easy RPO concepts over the middle
* Be more creative with the run game. Mix Power, Duo, Iso, Inside/Outside Zone, and Counter.
*More 11 personnel running plays because right now it makes little sense to run the ball with tight ends who can't block.
*Wildcat with Singleton taking the snap and Allen in the side car in 3rd downs

These are realistic options. I think the only thing Franklin will end up doing is running the ball more and limiting Allar to 20 to 25 throws per game and honestly I would love that.

We ain't beating Michigan regardless of what we do but I think as a fan I would love some changes. Even the freaking Steelers made changes and that was Matt Canada who is even worse than MY.

 

[Psubiomed]

Regardless of what you think about me, read this post

 

[LeatherHelmets]

* Its not impossible to improve WR and TE blocking mid-season. HAMMER downfield blocking in every practice, you're running laps all night if you attempt some low effort bs arm block
* This one isn't rocket science, but throw to the long side of the field more often. Even with all our issues, we should be able to outrun most teems if we have space
* The middle of the field exists. Shocking, I know. Our TEs aren't good blockers anyway, slip them out more often and get easy RPO concepts over the middle
* Be more creative with the run game. Mix Power, Duo, Iso, Inside/Outside Zone, and Counter.
*More 11 personnel running plays because right now it makes little sense to run the ball with tight ends who can't block.
*Wildcat with Singleton taking the snap and Allen in the side car in 3rd downs

These are realistic options. I think the only thing Franklin will end up doing is running the ball more and limiting Allar to 20 to 25 throws per game and honestly I would love that.

We ain't beating Michigan regardless of what we do but I think as a fan I would love some changes. Even the freaking Steelers made changes and that was Matt Canada who is even worse than MY.

Well thought out recommendations. There's nothing there to argue with, IMO. Good job on this.

 

[Rip_E_2_Joe_PA]

* Its not impossible to improve WR and TE blocking mid-season. HAMMER downfield blocking in every practice, you're running laps all night if you attempt some low effort bs arm block
* This one isn't rocket science, but throw to the long side of the field more often. Even with all our issues, we should be able to outrun most teems if we have space
* The middle of the field exists. Shocking, I know. Our TEs aren't good blockers anyway, slip them out more often and get easy RPO concepts over the middle
* Be more creative with the run game. Mix Power, Duo, Iso, Inside/Outside Zone, and Counter.
*More 11 personnel running plays because right now it makes little sense to run the ball with tight ends who can't block.
*Wildcat with Singleton taking the snap and Allen in the side car in 3rd downs

These are realistic options. I think the only thing Franklin will end up doing is running the ball more and limiting Allar to 20 to 25 throws per game and honestly I would love that.

We ain't beating Michigan regardless of what we do but I think as a fan I would love some changes. Even the freaking Steelers made changes and that was Matt Canada who is even worse than MY.

Yawn. Don't blame me but you asked.

 

[LMTLION]

Regardless of what you think about me, read this post

 

[Psubiomed]

Yawn. Don't blame me but you asked.

Opinions vary. Leather Helmets liked the thread. Yawn right back at ya

 

[blair10]

* Its not impossible to improve WR and TE blocking mid-season. HAMMER downfield blocking in every practice, you're running laps all night if you attempt some low effort bs arm block
* This one isn't rocket science, but throw to the long side of the field more often. Even with all our issues, we should be able to outrun most teems if we have space
* The middle of the field exists. Shocking, I know. Our TEs aren't good blockers anyway, slip them out more often and get easy RPO concepts over the middle
* Be more creative with the run game. Mix Power, Duo, Iso, Inside/Outside Zone, and Counter.
*More 11 personnel running plays because right now it makes little sense to run the ball with tight ends who can't block.
*Wildcat with Singleton taking the snap and Allen in the side car in 3rd downs

These are realistic options. I think the only thing Franklin will end up doing is running the ball more and limiting Allar to 20 to 25 throws per game and honestly I would love that.

We ain't beating Michigan regardless of what we do but I think as a fan I would love some changes. Even the freaking Steelers made changes and that was Matt Canada who is even worse than MY.

Forget about it. This season is over. All that remains is another loss to Michigan and wins against 4 patsies followed by an invitation to another irrelevant meaningless bowl.

 

[AWS1022]

Forget about it. This season is over. All that remains is another loss to Michigan and wins against 4 patsies followed by an invitation to another irrelevant meaningless bowl.

Then why are you even on here posting? Take the rest of the year off and don’t watch anymore…it’s a pretty easy solution.

 

[pennstatefan111]

One more change - move Yurcich back down onto the field so he can communicate in person with the players like he was last year. Clearly him being up in the box doesnt lead to stellar playcalling.

 

[blair10]

Then why are you even on here posting? Take the rest of the year off and don’t watch anymore…it’s a pretty easy solution.

I am posting because I have paid for the right to voice my opinion. If you disagree, don’t read my post. It’s a pretty easy solution.

 

[PSUWrestlingFanSince2011]

One more change - move Yurcich back down onto the field so he can communicate in person with the players like he was last year. Clearly him being up in the box doesnt lead to stellar playcalling.

Agree, hes been terrible this year.

 

[Marylovesthelions]

When you don't throw between the hash marks, the sidelines become 2 more defenders.

 

[Marylovesthelions]

Bragging about never throwing an interception is sad. It shows that you are only trying "safe" plays and that you are not doing enough. No competent manager teaches
"never make a mistake". You learn from your mistakes. Try not to repeat mistakes.
If they don't turn this around, what 5 star QB would be excited about trusting their development to Yurcich.

 

[RochLion]

How about pulling your starting QB for a series or two to settle his butt down. JoePa did it with McQuery and Richardson back in 97 (I think) and it seemed to work. McQuery starting hitting receivers. Only problem there though might be that Pribula is no where near the passer that Richardson was.

 

[bourbon n blues]

Adam Brenaman broke it down well, it comes down to better execution. The plays were there, the players didn’t execute at critical times.

 

[bourbon n blues]

Bragging about never throwing an interception is sad. It shows that you are only trying "safe" plays and that you are not doing enough. No competent manager teaches
"never make a mistake". You learn from your mistakes. Try not to repeat mistakes.
If they don't turn this around, what 5 star QB would be excited about trusting their development to Yurcich.

Back in the day the big eight used to constantly lead college football pass defense stats. Because no one ever threw passes in that conference.

I’m sure they had a low interception totals too.

 

[bvillebaron]

Then why are you even on here posting? Take the rest of the year off and don’t watch anymore…it’s a pretty easy solution.

Well then he couldn’t get his jollies by complaining then could he?

 

[bvillebaron]

Adam Brenaman broke it down well, it comes down to better execution. The plays were there, the players didn’t execute at critical times.

Didn’t see Adam’s breakdown and the execution was bad but the play calling was lousy and predictable and did nothing to put a struggling Allar in a position to succeed.

 

[lazydave841]

Didn’t see Adam’s breakdown and the execution was bad but the play calling was lousy and predictable and did nothing to put a struggling Allar in a position to succeed.

If you watch Adam and Codutti's breakdowns, you will see the blame spread pretty evenly.

1. Yurcich formations seem to give away run/pass
2. Our motions brings defenders into the box, which doomed a lot of our runs.
3. Allar had bad mechanics, played as if the rush was in his face even when it wasn't. It caused a lot of bad throws.
4. Yurcich called 6 games as if we were content to grind out 3 yards every snap. Saturday, we started going down field and never quit.

I'm not sure what needed to be done to settle Allar down. Sometimes, it's just not your day.

 

[Psubiomed]

If you watch Adam and Codutti's breakdowns, you will see the blame spread pretty evenly.

1. Yurcich formations seem to give away run/pass
2. Our motions brings defenders into the box, which doomed a lot of our runs.
3. Allar had bad mechanics, played as if the rush was in his face even when it wasn't. It caused a lot of bad throws.
4. Yurcich called 6 games as if we were content to grind out 3 yards every snap. Saturday, we started going down field and never quit.

I'm not sure what needed to be done to settle Allar down. Sometimes, it's just not your day.

He choked. Plain and simple. He has 3 weeks to learn.

 

[royboy]

He choked. Plain and simple. He has 3 weeks to learn.

Choked?

Sorry, Mr. Tough Guy, not impressed by your choice of words.

 

[Psubiomed]

Choked?

Sorry, Mr. Tough Guy, not impressed by your choice of words.

Ok Mrs allar

 

[PSUWrestlingFanSince2011]

Choked?

Sorry, Mr. Tough Guy, not impressed by your choice of words.

Seems fair to me

 

[MacNit2.0]

If you watch Adam and Codutti's breakdowns, you will see the blame spread pretty evenly.

1. Yurcich formations seem to give away run/pass
2. Our motions brings defenders into the box, which doomed a lot of our runs.
3. Allar had bad mechanics, played as if the rush was in his face even when it wasn't. It caused a lot of bad throws.
4. Yurcich called 6 games as if we were content to grind out 3 yards every snap. Saturday, we started going down field and never quit.

I'm not sure what needed to be done to settle Allar down. Sometimes, it's just not your day.

Or sometimes you players are inferior to the other team.

Did Adam Lombardi mention that?

 

[MacNit2.0]

He choked. Plain and simple. He has 3 weeks to learn.

3 weeks? He had better be better by Maryland. They will score at home.

 

[lazydave841]

Or sometimes you players are inferior to the other team.

Did Adam Lombardi mention that?

If the players are inferior, then I guess we shouldn't even worry about winning?

 

[Texas Lion]

Only 1 change needs to be made if you are going to run this offense. Drew has to pull the ball and run sometimes. Maybe it is for 3-5 years every time but he has to show he will pull it. You have to be able to somehow block the 1 person a team leaves outside in case he would ever pull it and go. Right now, even UMass, pinned their ears back and unloaded on out RB's.
Not sure why everyone got so hyped about Allar. We have seen this all play out with Hack. JF just won't allow the offense to not be qb possible run.

 

[Marylovesthelions]

Only 1 change needs to be made if you are going to run this offense. Drew has to pull the ball and run sometimes. Maybe it is for 3-5 years every time but he has to show he will pull it. You have to be able to somehow block the 1 person a team leaves outside in case he would ever pull it and go. Right now, even UMass, pinned their ears back and unloaded on out RB's.
Not sure why everyone got so hyped about Allar. We have seen this all play out with Hack. JF just won't allow the offense to not be qb possible run.

It is not an option if the QB never runs and is not a threat to run

 

[Texas Lion]

It is not an option if the QB never runs and is not a threat to run

That's my point.

It is becoming very scary that the projection now seems to follow what happened to Hack. No threat to run, happy feet in the pocket, wildly innaccurate.

 

[royboy]

Seems fair to me

He choked. Plain and simple. He has 3 weeks to learn.

Ok Mrs allar

There is a subset of "fans" here who seem to prefer the negative.

Love to say "I told you so" and trash some of the players.

It's a strange way to root for your team.

 

[Psubiomed]

There is a subset of "fans" here who seem to prefer the negative.

Love to say "I told you so" and trash some of the players.

It's a strange way to root for your team.

It's reality. You should try it sometime.

 

[AWS1022]

I am posting because I have paid for the right to voice my opinion. If you disagree, don’t read my post. It’s a pretty easy solution.

But you said the season was over, so why bother continuing to post?

 

[AWS1022]

It's reality. You should try it sometime.

Reality means posters have to be dicks toward their coaches and players? Hm, I did not know that.

 

[Marylovesthelions]

That's my point.

It is becoming very scary that the projection now seems to follow what happened to Hack. No threat to run, happy feet in the pocket, wildly innaccurate.

Too harsh. One bad game is ONE bad game.

 

[Psubiomed]

Too harsh. One bad game is ONE bad game.

No. It's not. A bad game against Purdue is not the same as a bad game against Michigan and Ohio State. And I am not sure he doesn't repeat it against Michigan either.

 

[Texas Lion]

Too harsh. One bad game is ONE bad game.

I know it seems like a bad game because they lost but watch the footwork the last month of the season. That’s where Hacks downfall started as well. Poor footwork and no pocket presence leads to inaccurate passes.
I love Allar, but the fact is a JF offense is better suited for a Pribula type qb. Not one person in Columbus on Saturday was scared that drew would run.

 

[PSUWrestlingFanSince2011]

Too harsh. One bad game is ONE bad game.

Agree, too early for that kind of talk.

 

[Psubiomed]

It's time to play Beau, in the first half, one series.

 

[Marylovesthelions]

It's time to play Beau, in the first half, one series.

No one in Pennsylvania is more popular than the Penn State 2nd string QB.

 

[Psubiomed]

No one in Pennsylvania is more popular than the Penn State QB.

Joel Klatt agrees with me. Is he a Penn State grad Mary?