Big plays against big plays
It could be a real (cliche alert) barn-burner Thursday night at Land Shark Stadium when the Jackets take on the Hurricanes.
Why?
Because these two teams make big plays and a lot of them. Granted, the season is young.
But Miami quarterback Jacory Harris had nine pass plays of at least 20 yards in their win against Florida State. Nine.
In comparison, Josh Nesbitt hit his ninth play (running or passing), in the third quarter of the Virginia Tech game last season.
That in no way means Harris is better than Nesbitt. Different quarterbacks. Different systems. Different expectations. Different everything.
It’s just used to illustrate the big-play potential that Harris possesses.
Now, Tech knows a thing or two about big plays, having scored six touchdowns using them this season (and others that didn’t lead to TDs), and having made 67 of them last year.
So, it would be easy to say the team that makes the most big plays will win the game.
I’m not sure if it’ll be that easy.
Paraphrasing something coach Paul Johnson said on Monday, just because you do something good, or something bad, in football or life, it doesn’t mean that you were great and the other team bad. And vice versa. Sometimes you can both be good and things still happen.
So perhaps there won’t be that many big plays. Perhaps it’ll just come down to who does what they do the best. Tech running vs. Miami passing.
Of course, that means that there will be big plays.
I give up. (I know, some of you have been waiting on me to say that for a long time now.)
What do you think the key to the game will be?
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Innocent Bystander
September 14th, 2009
9:38 pm
The major difference between the two teams are the defenses. Miami’s D gave up lots of big plays against us last year under our running scheme.
Tech’s D, on the other hand, has a solid secondary. During last week’s FSU/Miami game, Miami’s only big plays came when FSU’s weak secondary got burned. Between Tarrant, Butler, Coop and Burnett, we should be able to stop their big passes.
Sting'em!
September 14th, 2009
10:08 pm
The key to the game will be the weather, of course!
GT Rich
September 14th, 2009
10:23 pm
If Coach Johnson calls more short passing plays earlier in the game, Nesbitt should be able to get into a better groove passing which will open them up for more big plays. Burnett and Cooper getting a few INTs wouldn’t hurt either….
Ezekiel
September 14th, 2009
11:00 pm
Georgia Tech has a lot of playmakers, more than the team has had in recent years. Playmakers make big plays. Also, with FSU barely beating Jacksonville State at home it makes you wonder just how good Miami may be.
Stinger
September 14th, 2009
11:07 pm
Georgia Tech will blow out Miami. We are ready to put it all together for a full 60 minutes. Paul Johnson is one of the best coaches in the Nation and Tech will show why Thursday night. The key is we must put pressure on the quarterback.
m
September 14th, 2009
11:12 pm
Thank God for Paul Johnson….and thank God and Greyhound that chan gomer gailey, the worst coach in history is gone forever. AMEN.
Da U
September 14th, 2009
11:22 pm
Wow, you GT fans are crazy? What did LSU do to you when they had time to scout film? It’s going to be the same thing Thursday night!
jacket
September 14th, 2009
11:25 pm
The key is Nesbit. He must make the right reads in the option, and he must make accurate throws.
Another key is the Dline getting pressure on Harris…
Pee pee on a dawg
September 14th, 2009
11:34 pm
I hated Chan Gaily but that “thank God and Greyhound” malarky has to stop, it is incredibly annoying.
if the A-backs can figure out how to block for more than 2 plays a game we will be hard to beat. the o-line just needs to keep their feet moving on the cuts and they will improve immensely, yes they are diving at the defenders legs but if they keep flopping down they cant stop the 300 pounders. i played tackle in this offense no matter how physical the d line if they drive their feet through they will neutralize even the best d-tackles
quaildawg
September 14th, 2009
11:42 pm
I don’t think Miami is Man Enough to beat Tech. Tech will make Landshark Stadium their own shark tank and absolutely destroy Miami. The Miami Defense is not disciplined enough to handle Tech’s Triple Option Offense. Jecory Harris will be on his back all night. Paul Johnson is the best Coach in the ACC…by miles. He pushes all the right buttons and will make Randy Shannon look like a fool on Thursday night. Miami doesn;t have a chance. The City of Atlanta will have it’s second W over Miami on Thursday.
Liebs
September 15th, 2009
12:17 am
Da U, just to let you know, Georgia had more time to prepare than Miami does.
macrotech
September 15th, 2009
12:31 am
Da U, i hear ya….but, we’re not playing lsu!!! Perhaps, you’ll consider changing your name to Duh U?! Make it work for ya!
quaildawg, be careful….you’re starting to sound like a Tech fan! Not sure we’ll ‘destroy’ the U, but i do believe we’ll win by more than a couple of touchdowns! GO TECH!!!
Savannah Jacket
September 15th, 2009
12:39 am
OK…. so I have no idea where some of these posts are coming from. Miami is a very talentated young team with tons of potential. They have changed out both OC and DC this year and are playing like a totally different team. This team is nothing like the one that Tech played last fall.
With that being said I do believe that Tech can play with them. The keys for Tech are going to be
1)Defensive Pressure from the D-Line. D-Backs can play with anyone as long as they don’t have all day to pick us apart.
2)Team coming out pumped up and staying up all game. We have to play 60 hard minutes.
3)Offense staying on and finishing blocks
4)No turnovers
If we do these things we can play with anyone in the country, even a very talented Miami.
Go Jackets!!!
Ezekiel
September 15th, 2009
1:11 am
Their speed at running back is scary. Our linebackers are going to have to be very active in this game. Been a while since we’ve seen Tech’s linebackers making a lot of big plays but it will have to happen in this game. Morgan Burnett can’t be expected to be covering for everybody’s mistakes. Inside info on Tech football at: http://www.bbuzzoff.com
Thug U
September 15th, 2009
1:39 am
All the U players are friggin thugs. And if you’re a miami fan reading this, you’re a worthless piece of trash thug too. Ghetto rats.
5 in a f’n row. GT OWNS Miami. Absolutely OWNS them.
GA Tech Insider
September 15th, 2009
6:43 am
m needs to stop plagiarizing country music and find a new tag line; something original, like a thought of his own. We’ll all be singing “Thank God and Greyhound” if m ever discovers that we know that he doesn’t have an original thought in his head and is like one of those old dolls that keeps repeating itself every time you pull the string.
m, stop embarrassing yourself and learn a new line. It’s as old, boring, and predictable as you are.
to the canes fan on here
September 15th, 2009
7:02 am
LSU had a month, you guys have two weeks. Big difference there. You can’t even compare that game to now. Why? Different team, more speed, and a lot better. If I recall, you guys got beat pretty good coming up here last year, and I know its a new year, but until Thursday night, you guys have no room to run your mouths, but I see you like to do it anyway. Game on!
"Tech’s D, on the other hand, has a solid secondary"
September 15th, 2009
7:18 am
Yeah, they looked real solid with Spiller and Ford from Clemson running right by them the other night! Morgan Burnett is a stud, but even he got burned by Ford on that long TD.
Paddy
September 15th, 2009
7:34 am
This is the game Tech fans will say afterward; I didn’t know our defense was that good. They made it look easy.
Midstate Jacket Fan
September 15th, 2009
8:14 am
So far we’ve had to rely on special teams coming up with big plays…. I think to beat Miami we must again have big plays on special teams. Of course the other stuff too; hold on to the ball, pressure Harris to make bad throws, Nesbitt making good decisions, O-line playing lights out, etc….
If we come out of South Florida with a win, LOOK OUT VT!!!
AtWork
September 15th, 2009
8:24 am
We need to focus on executing correctly. That is the main key. I you execute and stay with you assignment you make good things happen and that is with any team. Hopefully Tech got a wake up call fro Clemson because we almost lost because we fell asleep at the wheel.
I would like to see Both Tech Offense and Defense come and play up to what we expect from the third game of the year. They have the talent and the practice…lets see if they have the focus and mentality to play smart football for 60 minutes.
GO JACKETS!
EEJacket
September 15th, 2009
8:32 am
The key is getting quick cuts on the o-line to keep the option open. Clemson shut it down by getting to the outside faster than our guys and Nes had no clue what to do. Hence, the 2nd and 3rd quarters happened.
Joe Schmoe
September 15th, 2009
8:43 am
These Miami fans are crazy …. Just thinking they are going to steam roll us. Here is a recent comment from one of their blogs. The guy expects to hang 50!!!
If we have anyone falling short or injuries or whatever on the DL – we are in for a long day – If not, we crush them…
Regardless our O should dominate!! Calling for us to hang 50+ on them…
Joe Schmoe
September 15th, 2009
8:46 am
We can use their speed to our advantages with more traps from the a back sweeping. Obviously u must execute. We also must use all the backs to crash one side of the line for QB midline draws.
Ted
September 15th, 2009
8:46 am
So Miami, the team that gave up 34 points to FSU – who needed two scores (one defensive) in the last minute against Jax St. just to score 19 is now supposed to have some great defense? OK, then.
The game is on the road and Miami does have talent. But what they lack is a quality head coach (or coaching staff in general). And 10 days to prepare is not 4 weeks. Perhaps Miami’s talent and the home field can carry them past Tech despite their coaching. But I wouldn’t bet on it.
Miami wanted a Thursday night game because they wanted the national audience after they got shellacked last season – I guess to “prove” that last year was a fluke. But be careful of what you wish for – because asking for the national audience could easily backfire if Tech is fired up and comes ready to play. Should be entertaining wo watch.
DawginLex
September 15th, 2009
8:55 am
Did Miami steal the name of the stadium from that Any Given Sunday movie with Pacino and Cameron Diaz?
DawginLex
September 15th, 2009
8:57 am
Da u has nowhere near the D line talent that LSU 2008 had.
Tech 42
Miami 37
starbuck
September 15th, 2009
9:02 am
@ Ted I respect the fact that you value coaching quality, but the coaches can’t play for the players. This game can go either way. Both teams defenses have to hold up. Period.
@Thug U looks like you’re stuck in 1987 grow up!
1. Miami against Georgia Tech’s Triple Option
2. Georgia Tech’s secondary must play well, Miami has 3 receivers that are 6′3 and 200lbs
3. Special Teams is critical for both teams
4. Both teams offensive lines vs defensive lines
Louisiana Jacket
September 15th, 2009
9:10 am
Got to get back to work but…. quick comments
Morgan Burnett did not get burned by Ford, he went for the pick and instead hit his own player…Cooper Taylor got burned by Spiller when he got caught flat footed (and when a player like spiller gets a head start you aren’t going to catch him)
Miami has great athletes just like many other teams and they will make some good plays on offense I do believe we will shut them out but I do believe our defense will make them EARN their points which I don’t believe Miami will be able to do on a consistent basis.
I will believe in PJ when he sais, ” Whenever Nesbitt has had a down game like last thursday he usually comes out the next week on fire and I am counting on that” When PJ speaks I listen!
Go Jackets
Roddy is still running
Melinda
September 15th, 2009
9:17 am
Savannah Jacket made some great points. I think it comes down to executing our Offense and limiting mistakes. We have to play better each and every week. Harris had a good bit of success against us last year, going 13/18 for 162 yards and a TD, Int. Granted it was mostly in the 4th Quarter against our 2nd team defense. BUT, some of those 2nd teamers are starters this year. Can we rattle him? I don’t know. He shows a lot of poise and calm and frankly, he scares me. As they say, “That’s why you play the game.”
Da U
September 15th, 2009
9:42 am
Coaching issues?????? Just remember, our new D-cord. was the mastermind of last years UNC vs GT blowout. Now, he is coaching a D that is bigger, faster, and now deeper. Just make sure to bring your NECK braces, wouldn’t want you to pull a muscle turning your head side to side watching Miami drop 50!
Techjock
September 15th, 2009
9:42 am
I think having an off week will hurt the U. If we play our game for 60 minutes we win, if we only play 1.5 quarters like we did agianst Clemson we lose. Its that simple. Clemson is probalby a better team than Miami but Miami is a momentum team. If we let them score 27 unanswered there will be no stopping them.
Tech82
September 15th, 2009
9:57 am
This will probably be the game where we learn the true identity of our team.
Could Miami win? Of course. They are very fast and very athletic. Fortunately for Tech, that speed might work against the Canes on defense. A defense prone to over-pursuit is easily exploited by an option offense.
Tech has just as much talent at the skill positions as Miami (probably more). This game (like most football games) will likely go to the team that controls the line of scrimmage. That looks to be a fairly even match to me. To all of you “U” fans comparing your team to LSU – your defensive line isn’t half as talented as LSU’s was.
It should be a great game. I can’t wait for Thursday.
GO JACKETS! THWG!
collegeballfan
September 15th, 2009
10:38 am
If Johnson can get his team to play for 60 minutes I believe Tech can win the game. But Miami is really good. The new coordinators they brought in have really put a nice team on the field.
Tech pass rush cannot be from only one player.
Born a Hurricane Fan
September 15th, 2009
10:40 am
Guys, we got embarrassed last year, and the GT game is our alamo for this year’s team.. We’re coming to play….as you can see, Our Offense Coordinator is a lot better than Patrick Nix…so you can almost expect us to put up more point than 23, then question is can our D hold your O to under 30. We got a Starting DE coming back, our Starting Safety Coming back, and this is a home opener. Land shark stadium should be rocking, and don’t surprise to see Coop take one to the house on the opening kickoff.
Trade School Junkie
September 15th, 2009
10:41 am
“Da U” is sounding like “Duh U.”
Its actually hard to tell if Da U even watched ANY ACC games.
Miami was certainly good enough to beat UVA, VT, and almost beat UNC in 2008. But, as for UNC vs GT in 2008, a blowouot was hardly the story. The REAL STORY was GT losing both OGs & OTs in the first half, and then lost Nesbtt for a time. THAT was the real story. That and dreaful TOs, and STs play.
Still, even though Miami beat VT in Week 10 in 2008, GT absoultely DESTROYED Miami in Week 11. That game was 41-10 when CPJ decided to call off the 1st team. That game would have E-A-S-I-L-Y been 60-10 if CPJ had kept the 1st team on the field. It wasnt close in ANY ASPECT, and the stats and the scoreboard reflected it.
Now, as for how Miami stacks up for 2009. A new OC & DC will be a BIG improvement. And, I for one have already picked Miami to finish no worse than 3rd in the Coastal.
However, I would argue that CU is a much better team than Miami b/c CU is WAAAAAAYYYYY better than Miami in EVERY aspect. CU has better O & D Lines, A MUCH BETTER QB, and as good or better skill players, like Spiller & Ford than Miami has.
Watching FSU struggle against JaxSt makes EVERYTHING about Miami’s win over FSU look “questionable.”
What gets CONVENIENTLY overlooked by Miami fans is that FSU had 1 timeout remaing at the end of that game. If FSU uses that timeout to
re-group, then FSU likely wins that game, just like in 2008. Unbelievably stupid clock management bu FSU is what gave the U the win.
And, we wouldnt have folks like “Da U” on here making bad attempts at talking trash.
I watched the FSU-Miami game start to finish and actually pulled for the U, afterall theyre a Coastal team. I wasnt impressed AT ALL with Miami’s run or Pass D.
Heres’ a worthwhile observation:
JaxSt had 97 yds rushing against FSU. Miami had 90 yds rushing against FSU. So, D-1AA JaxSt had MORE rushing yds than the U?? I think “somebody” has a rushing problem. So, I would think Miami is gonna have to air it out. Problem is, GT probably has THE BEST secondary in the ACC.
GT will lower “DA BOOM” on the “Duh U.”
db
September 15th, 2009
10:42 am
Is it true that UNC’s def coordinator is now at Miami? If so, that concerns me as we only scored 7 off UNC last year.
db
September 15th, 2009
10:42 am
Nevermind, just read Da U above.
Louisiana Jacket
September 15th, 2009
10:50 am
db…you have no worries about the defensive ability of NC…North Carolina didn’t WIN the game GT LOST the game the same way we lost to LSU miserable special teams and stupid turnovers.
Born a Hurricane Fan
September 15th, 2009
10:50 am
Hold up Trade school junkie, did you just say that Parker from Clemson is better than Jacory Harris, lol..
My man, I’ve been watching this kid play since the 9th grade, you’re going to be in for a treat. You’re looking at 2010 Heisman contender. LOL…. You guys have match up problems, and don’t even realize it, do you???
Futuro
September 15th, 2009
10:53 am
Sorry tech fans. Mia has a better stronger faster new defense this year and is looking for revenge. The game will be much different than last year. Miami wil stop the run and force the triple option into more 3rd down and long passing situations which will result in sacks and turnovers. The Miami offense is much changed, The really good receivers are no longer freshman and the quarteback is no longer Marve. jacory harris has geled with his receivers. The coach and formations are different. Miamis O-line is bigger and stronger. Most importantly Randy Shannon has got his swagger back and he’s letting his team 305 it.
juvenal
September 15th, 2009
10:54 am
oblate spheroid+bad refs+young people+injuries+coaching=who knows?-on paper, we lose the last 4-if i was as smart as the folks above on this blog, i’d make some $…
Born a Hurricane Fan
September 15th, 2009
10:56 am
Sidenote: Gt has the best secondary in the ACC??? We’re about to test that theory on Thrusday, beleive that. Keep downplaying a kid throwing for 386, at FSU, during a national broadcast all you want… LOL..keep thinking it was a fluke..Keep thinking Clemson has a better O than Miami. Keep thinking Clemson has better skill players on O than Miami.
Born a Hurricane Fan
September 15th, 2009
10:57 am
“305 IT”….You’re dam right about that!!
Trade School Junkie
September 15th, 2009
11:03 am
Hmmmmm, the U is gonna drop 50 on GT ?? Hmmmmmmmm.
Lets see:
GT:37 JaxSt:17
FSU:19 JaxSt:9
FSU:34 Miami:38
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
“Somebody” looks WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYY over-rated here.
I dont think it’ll be 41-23 like 2008.
But something like GT:33-20 looks more likley.
Joe Schmoe
September 15th, 2009
11:06 am
Born a Hurricane Fan, keep thinking your going to steam roll… Im pretty sure we will not see you back in here on Friday either. Please keep the smack talk to a minimal untill you actually PROVE something!
Go Tech610
September 15th, 2009
11:10 am
Born a Hurricane Fan,
This is the same defense that got shredded last year, I mean shredded. You may say they are faster, well so is GT when they get it right.
FSU’s secondary sucks. Absolutely sucks. They almost got beat by Jacksonville St! Horrible. And Miami almost let them win.
Miami’s D line rarely got any pressure to Ponder.
GT wins it 35 to 27
Joe Schmoe
September 15th, 2009
11:12 am
Trade School Junkie, I actually agree and I think it will be a low scoring game. Every year these guys come back with the same smack talk… After Thursday, there will be no more of this “Da “U” is back” talk.
Futuro
September 15th, 2009
11:16 am
TSJ,
Thanks for pointing out that (against Jax state) GT had a weaker showing on defense than FSU. Is FSU’s defense better than Techs? GT is overated. Who is Jax State anyways? They must be good to score 17 on GT?
DamnGoodDawg
September 15th, 2009
11:21 am
Go Canes!!! Kick that techie ass!!!
Tech82
September 15th, 2009
11:23 am
Futuro – Jax St. scored 10 points in the fourth quarter against our bench. By contrast, FSU had their starters in during the fourth quarter because they were LOSING. You need to make a better comparison than that.
SaintSimonsLover
September 15th, 2009
11:24 am
That Tech secondary didn’t look too good to me against Clemson. You guys are all delusional. Wake up because you will lose quite a few games this year. Paul Johnson is the savior though. Give me a break.
GT Que
September 15th, 2009
11:25 am
DamnGoodDawg
You are the epitome of a loser
Goodluck with your 1-2 record after your drubbing by Pig Sooee
GT Que
September 15th, 2009
11:29 am
SaintSimonsLover – They had 2 int’s and made plays when they needed it
Did they look like Deion (in his prime) and Champ Bailey? ofcourse not
Looked MUCH better than FSU’s and UGA’s though
m
September 15th, 2009
11:29 am
Ga Tech Insider….if it had been left up to FOOLS like you…we would still have chan gomer gailey.
Thank God and Greyhound that fools like you didn’t prevail….and that DRAD had the sense to get rid of the worst coach in the history of the world. Ga Tech Insider…you and every other Tech fan that ever supported chan gomer gailey or defended him in any way…you SUCK as bad as he STILL does. By the way…notice that KC Chiefs didn’t waste 6 long sorry years on gomer.
There is a new sheriff in town…his name is Paul Johnson…he is the real deal. In spite of IDIOTS like Ga Tech Insider.
Obama
September 15th, 2009
11:31 am
Ok.. Ok…. I watched the little yellar fellars for a couple of plays this year as Thursday night TV isn’t that great.
I have to be fair and admit that if you got Coach Peanutbutter and Jelly and all the other bugs in a room and asked them how many quarters in a football game…. At least a couple of them would answer 4
JEREMY CHANDLER
September 15th, 2009
11:39 am
NERD HERD!!!! TECH WILL ALWAYS BE A SECOND CLASS TEAM! NERD HERD!!!!!
CW
September 15th, 2009
11:41 am
Just like last week, there sure are a lot of smack talking Tech fans talking about blowing somebody out. Did you guys watch the same game that I did against Clemson?
Tech has a very talented backfield, receivers and secondary, but our O line, D line (D Morgan excluded) and linebackers did not have a great game last week. And, most importantly, the whole team has a problem with their on/off switch – as in they just shut down as a team for two quarters in both games this year.
The key to the game is can this team of mostly underclassmen, begin to play with a consistent effort for 60 minutes or will they only play hard and execute for half the game?
Tech has the talent and the capacity to beat every team on their schedule this year. But they’ve got to get mentally tougher and start hammering teams when they have the chance.
Johnny Test
September 15th, 2009
11:42 am
I love it, nobody likes M. He is a total goober.
Futuro
September 15th, 2009
11:43 am
As I watched GT play Clemson i hoped they would not lose. I thought to myself if GT looses they may be more motivated against Mia, but if they win then laurels. It all worked out, GT got the win and now you are all ridding so high, undefeated and going up against an inferior team you trounced last year. No worries your in control. The rest is obvious. Don’t get UPSET!
JEREMY CHANDLER
September 15th, 2009
11:47 am
DAWGS RULE 4872280677
JEREMY CHANDLER
September 15th, 2009
11:47 am
4782280677 GO DAWGS
Luerich
September 15th, 2009
11:49 am
NCAAF Odds listed them Tech as a 3.5 point underdog citing Tech will have problems on the road.
I think they are wrong, if the offense stays focused for 4 quarters and the defensive line steps up, Tech wins big +14 points!!
Chris
September 15th, 2009
11:52 am
Harris looked pretty good against FSU, but he’s still got to prove he can do it against a not-horrible secondary. Miami’s OL isn’t as good as Clemson’s and Harris won’t have the time Parker did in the second half. That’s the ONLY reason Parker put up 261 passing on Tech. They double-teamed Derrick Morgan from the late-second quarter on and our pass rush magically evaporated, so all Parker had to do was wait till Spiller or Ford got open.
If Tech can generate some semblance of a consistent pass rush, Harris won’t pick us apart.
The other part is how Tech’s OL got dominated by the Clemson DL after they started attacking Nesbitt with the DEs on every play. Again, I don’t think Miami has the DEs that Clemson does. If Nesbitt can be better passing than he was against Clemson (he HAS to be…can’t get worse than 3-14 83yds 1 int) the offense will work just fine.
There is no “silver bullet” to defend the triple option. Can you “figure out” the West Coast offense or a Pro-style set? Shouldn’t the SEC have “figured out” Florida’s Spread option? How about West Virginia under Rodriguez? Say it with me: ANY OFFENSE, WHEN WELL EXECUTED, IS DIFFICULT TO DEFEND.
Hayseed Dixie
September 15th, 2009
11:57 am
Most of the Tech players grew up watching Miami, so they don’t have to be motivated for this game.
If Tech keeps its foot on the gas pedal the whole time, Miami doesn’t stand a chance.
Shannon is so outclassed here, it’s not funny.
Born a Hurricane Fan
September 15th, 2009
12:11 pm
Say what you want…and I’m not coming back here regardless a win or lost. But if you think it’s going to be the same result as last year, you’re either dumb, deaf or blind. And sidenote….the problem will playing a big game so early in the season is that exposes your team weakness for everybody else to see. Dam..Sucks Clemson played you guys so tough, while we had 10 days to iron out our wrinkles.
Sidenote: A total of 6 new starters are on D compared to last year team, and those 6 starters weree supppose to start last year, if not for season ending injuries. Just wanted to throw that little tidbit for anybody that thinks they’re going to see the same Miami D from last year.
Da U
September 15th, 2009
12:14 pm
A few of your comments/concerns will be answered.
1) Q – This is the same defense that got shredded last year, I mean shredded.
A – AAAAAAAAAA, no it’s not! 2 new starting LB’s, DB’s and 3 DL. Plus, much more depth. And a
DQ that was at Carolina last year. And they wooped that butt.
2) Q – They almost got beat by Jacksonville St!
A – Who cars about Jax ST, we did not play them!
3) Q – Miami’s D line rarely got any pressure to Ponder.
A – That was the game plan, to rush only 4 to stop the run! Which we did!
I think it is going to be a great game, but stop being such a homer and take a look at the big picture. Were bigger, faster, and have more depth. You will score, maybe alot. But……..I think we will score more.
And yes, if we lose I will be the 1st person on this thread to admit GT is better.
It’s all in fun! Makes the game that much better!
bb
September 15th, 2009
12:16 pm
LOL, Miami’s DC came from UNC and that’s why you think Miami will shut down GT. FYI, GT rushed for 326 yds against the Tar Heels and had 423 total yds offense in that game. So, holding a team to 423 yds is shutting them down??? GT lost that game because of TOs and ST play, NOT because their offense was shut down.
I keep seeing that Clemson showed, again, how to stop the Jackets. So, holding GT to 300+ yds rushing and 400+ total yds is now considered a success? The only team that can stop the Jackets is the Jackets (with TOs, penalties). LSU has done the best and GT had 300+ total yds in that game (again TOs and ST play was what sank the Jackets in that game).
The key for GT is not turning the ball over.
Gt4ever
September 15th, 2009
12:20 pm
The offense better show up, because this Miami’s offense is the best we have seen yet… It will most likely burn us several times. I could be wrong, but I see this as a high scoring event… Time will tell.
Alabama Jack
September 15th, 2009
12:30 pm
If Miami could play with their mouths, I would be quite worried.
dcp
September 15th, 2009
12:31 pm
Born
Fair points, but understand that if you think Miami will roll, you are in for a surprise. I hope for your sake that the U fans show up. That Land Shark Stadium is even less imposing than the way folks poke fun at Bobby Dodd. The Orange Bowl was a rowdy building – but Land Shark on a Thursday night,do you think people will show? Miami had to lower their season ticket price in 24 sections just to get interest going again. I just checked and there were tickets available at the 30 yd line – section 116. Hopefully for your sake Miami fans will show and your team can step up – I need to see it though. Both teams have playmakers and both teams gave up big points last time out. I don’t think 10 days to prepare sets up a win for Miami. You do have a ton of good recruits and returning talent but Tech will only lose if they turn the ball over (and believe me we can fumble the ball). Tech’s secondary is good – Burnett went for the ball on the long TD to Ford for Clemson – he should have knocked the ball down. He is a future pro, though, and Tarrant, Reese, Butler and Taylor are a good secondary. Now, if you can block the D line (very possible) than Harris or any QB will start to get comfortable back there. Good luck.
chemdawg
September 15th, 2009
12:37 pm
Tech had to cheat to beat Clemson. They used an illegal substitution on the fake field goal that resulted in a TD but didn’t get flagged for it. The ACC reviewed the tape and admitted the refs screwed up.
murfdawg
September 15th, 2009
12:54 pm
Tech will win because they can’t lose.
Miami cannot tackle.
Nesbitt will make just enough good plays at the right time to hold them in the game.
Johnson will dial up a gimmick play at the right time and make it work.
And when all else fails, the refs will make a game saving call for Tech.
I look for GT to play Fla for the MNC.
You heard it here first!!
superDawg
September 15th, 2009
1:00 pm
tek will be in a state of shock thursday night Miami will put a full force wind on the jackets and blow them back in their hole.teks D is not up to the task.
superDawg
September 15th, 2009
1:08 pm
I like guys!
Techster 0239432
September 15th, 2009
1:09 pm
We need a QB that can throw the ball, we look like a bunch of clowns out there running into each other juggling the football.
NCAAStatKeeper
September 15th, 2009
1:14 pm
Sorry Tech fans but the Canes prevail this year…BIG! As a nuetral observer but an NCAA football fanatic, I watched the TECH/Clemson game and the Miami/FSU game and the big difference is that the fast FSU defense could not stop a fast Miami offense. The FSU secondary certainly appeared no worse than the GT secondary I saw against Clemson. But Tech looked mostly inept offensively. Take away the punt return and the fake FG and Clemson wins that game by two touchdowns or more. Thus, I predict Miami 37 GT 10. Techs offense just will not be able to move the ball unless Nesbitt learns to hit his receivers.
Joe Schmoe
September 15th, 2009
1:17 pm
NCAAStatKeeper, I guess we only play 30 minutes now, or at least to you. That would be like me saying if we take away those two lucky bombs clemson threw blah blah blah… You get the point, or do you???
prowl103
September 15th, 2009
1:26 pm
Go Tech!
GT4Ever
September 15th, 2009
1:30 pm
Da U
September 15th, 2009
9:42 am
Coaching issues?????? Just remember, our new D-cord. was the mastermind of last years UNC vs GT blowout. Now, he is coaching a D that is bigger, faster, and now deeper. Just make sure to bring your NECK braces, wouldn’t want you to pull a muscle turning your head side to side watching Miami drop 50!
A lot of talk from a UM team that gave up 34 and 400 yards to an overated FSU team. Your new DC was not the master mind at UNC last year. Get your facts straight. He was the special teams coordinator for UNC. He’s doing a real good job so far. Did you guys even watch the game? FSU offense was all over you guys. Now you expect the same “D” to totally shut down our “O”, you must be crazy. FSU’s “D” stunk it up in your game and now your proclaiming your UM is BACK!!! HA HA HA Granted Harris is going to be a good but one game doesn’t make him a superstar no matter how you spin it. We have our own problems though and CPJ has had enough. Watch out because he will take out his anger on your beloved UM. GO JACKETS!!!!
Burdell
September 15th, 2009
1:31 pm
ChemDawg-
Clemson also should have been flagged for a substitution violation in the 3rd quarter on a 37 yard pass play on the drive that tied it up. Look it up. Get your facts straight. Both teams got a beneficial “no-call”.
Go Jackets! Sooooooweeeeeee!
Burdell
September 15th, 2009
1:33 pm
http://espn.go.com/blog/acc/post/_/id/3589/both-clemson-gt-used-illegal-plays
There’s the link….
GT4Ever
September 15th, 2009
1:34 pm
superDawg
September 15th, 2009
1:00 pm
tek will be in a state of shock thursday night Miami will put a full force wind on the jackets and blow them back in their hole.teks D is not up to the task.
HA HA HA Some talk from a team that gave up 37 points and 427 yards to a sorry USCe team. Go back to your UGAy blog and bash WM and Cox!!!!!
the real Old Gold
September 15th, 2009
1:38 pm
Tech has to protect the pass. They fell off a bit in the 3rd quarter of the Clemson game, but have done a pretty good job overall so far. Terrant helps a lot, and the Butler-Burnett combo with Taylor and Reese to boot… if they have their A or even B game on, we’ll be fine. Otherwise.. we better score 45!
GT4Ever
September 15th, 2009
1:39 pm
db
September 15th, 2009
10:42 am
Is it true that UNC’s def coordinator is now at Miami? If so, that concerns me as we only scored 7 off UNC last year.
NO!!! He was UNC’s special teams coordinator. So what, UM’s “D” didn’t look all that good against a sorry FSU team.
Louisiana Jacket
September 15th, 2009
1:41 pm
Also UNC’s D didn’t look that good when we played them unless you consider 2 bad pitches, and miserable special teams “a great D”
GT4Ever
September 15th, 2009
1:51 pm
chemdawg
September 15th, 2009
12:37 pm
Tech had to cheat to beat Clemson. They used an illegal substitution on the fake field goal that resulted in a TD but didn’t get flagged for it. The ACC reviewed the tape and admitted the refs screwed up.
Get you facts straight first before you write. Clemson did the same time on their drive to tie the score.
Heather Dinich: ACC officials reviewed it this week, and determined that two plays should have been flagged for violating a rule prohibiting substitution tactics that may confuse opponents. As it turns out, Georgia Tech wasn’t the only guilty party.
The play everyone is talking about resulted in a 34-yard touchdown pass on a fake field goal for the Jackets in the first quarter; the other resulted in a 37-yard pass for Clemson late in the third quarter that got the ball inside the red zone on a drive that ultimately tied the score.
According to NCAA rule 9-2-2-b: “No simulated replacements or substitutions may be used to confuse opponents. No tactic associated with substitutes or the substitution process may be used to confuse opponents.”
wreckmaniac
September 15th, 2009
1:56 pm
I was quite impressed with Miami’s finish against FSU. I think Tech will win but it will be close and our D line must put pressure on their
QB in order to do it.
xCane4Lifex
September 15th, 2009
2:02 pm
Nobody from the UM team has run their mouth leading up to this game. And why exactly is FSU overrated? Because they had a tough time in a monsoon against Jax St?? Sounds like your Gardner Webb last year. FSU is not world beaters, but they are not bottom of the ACC either.
Beating Clemson is nothing special………..but since Tech beat them in a close one they are a good team this year…..totally understand your logic on that one.
Just enjoy your last year of Paul Johnson…….cause when Weiss gets fired, they are going to come calling.
GT
September 15th, 2009
2:15 pm
Consistence, it is something that is missing in most of college football now days. In Tech’s game plan it has to be there every play because they count of the other team’s defense making one or two mistakes a game. If Tech is not performing on those one or two mistakes made by Miami, it won’t have a good night, so they have to play ever play like it is the game winning play. The most consistent team on both sides that makes the least mistakes wins.
BuzztheKiller
September 15th, 2009
2:23 pm
Both teams have good atheletes and will make big plays. It will come down to who makes the least mistakes on turnovers. Coaching edge goes to Johnson. Randy Shannon looks lost half the time.
Frank
September 15th, 2009
2:27 pm
Ga fans on here masquerdaing as cane fans. too funny
if tech doesn’t have costly turnovers, we win. it’s that simple. miami beating fsu is nothing to gloat about. fsu’s def is awful and there off is pretty lethargic too. if gt plays sound football, we win and won’t break a sweat.
miami like fsu and ga play undisciplined defense. the option works easily against this. one thing pj needs to do is more short passes to the rb’s. i saw allen and dwyer open many times after the ball was snapped. they were standing there watching nesbitt on the keeper. if he turns and throws the ball back across, they can run for 20 yards. i hope the off coord saw that on the tapes.
BuzztheKiller
September 15th, 2009
2:29 pm
I just love the fact that when Miami came into the ACC they thought they were going to run the table every year straight to a BCS game- how is that working out for you Canes??
I was at Bobby Dodd the first year they came into the league and seeing the Miami fans with t-shirts that said “We may have joined your league but that doesn’t mean you are in ours”. Tech is 4-1 since then they came in, so yep, those shirts were right. Tech is in a different league than Thug U.
Kane337
September 15th, 2009
2:30 pm
Jacory Harris is a rising star. He is a future Heisman candidate. Can’t wait to see how he will do against the Jackets secondary after what Clemson exposed.
If the Canes do not give up too many big plays from GT’s ground game then I think this is the Canes game to win. If they can’t stop the run like last year then GT will win.
Just my take.
GT
September 15th, 2009
2:31 pm
xCane4Lifex you phew on one side about no one runs their mouths, from your camp,then you buck up FSU because weather caused them to look like they were even in ability with Jacksonville State, like the same weather wasn’t on both sides of the field and the old FSU would not have won this game by 60 points. Then you lambaste Clemson who will beat both Miami and FSU this year and then you credit Johnson with being a great coach too great to be kept by this team that hasn’t beaten anybody special. Are all the sunshine boys as bright as you or have most of the smarter ones left and become half backs and now are living in Georgia among many southern states like refugees from New Orleans.
GT Que
September 15th, 2009
2:32 pm
Bearing Down On Hurricanes
Nesbitt, Jackets working to improve passing game
by Matt Winkeljohn, Managing Editor
ATLANTA – Josh Nesbitt had a rough go last Thursday night, completing just three of 14 passes, throwing two interceptions and missing badly on a few other attempts.
But Georgia Tech’s quarterback also threw a couple passes that were dropped, and coach Paul Johnson said that as the Yellow Jackets prepare to play at Miami Thursday, the coaching staff is looking for ways to help Nesbitt out with schematic adjustments.
“We made some bad decisions and we probably put him in a couple bad spots,” Johnson said. “The first play of the game was open if we throw the ball. He said he didn’t see the safety [and a long pass was intercepted]. I don’t think you will ever see him do that again. He will learn to keep the ball back down where he needs to throw it.”
Nesbitt sounds plenty determined.
“I had a bad game,” he said. “I knock the dust off my shoulders and keep working on the things I need to be working on in order to beat Miami.”
Johnson doesn’t see this as a trend.
“The thing that made me proud of Josh was, when we had to have it in the fourth quarter, he completed the big third down throw to get us in position to tie the game and eventually win the game,” the coach said. “Historically for Josh, when he’s played a game that maybe wasn’t quite up to his standards or where he wants to be, he usually bounces back with a pretty good one. I’ m expecting that from him.”
dawgfan
September 15th, 2009
2:33 pm
as a uga fan sitting in the stands at the clemson/tech game, i can say that tech has some good players that can break open a game at any point. anthony allen flew down the sideline after he broke on that first TD and no one was gonna stop him. that being said, tech’s offensive line seemed to struggle later on in the game against the DL crashing down on that inside counter play that tech ran all night.
really, i can see either team winning this one. miami looked pretty good at times against fsu and tech looked pretty good at times against clemson. i think this one will come down to a few special teams plays and costly turnovers. im looking forward to a solid thursday night game
GT Que
September 15th, 2009
2:34 pm
If you Mia fans think you will see the same mistakes again that GT made against Clem, then you are sadly mistaken
I’m not claiming we are going to blow out Mia, but you will see a much improved GT on Thursday – CPJ is great at making game-to-game adjustments
Rebel Fan
September 15th, 2009
2:43 pm
I can sum up the key for Tech in one word – BALANCE !!! Ga. Tech is goingto have to throw the football to be successful. As we all saw last week, If you stack 7, 8 or 9 guys on the line, you can stop the run, even the Triple Option. Nesbitt is going to have to prove that he can complete a pass so Miami’s D will back off the line of scrimmage and allow Dwyer and Co. to wreak havoc with the option.
With all that said, I still think Tech finds a way to win the game. When the chips were down against Clemson, Tech found a way to win the game. It was not pretty but a W is a W, it does not matter if the score was 3-0.
xCane4Lifex
September 15th, 2009
2:50 pm
Never said Paul Johnson wasn’t a good coach….do they teach you to read in Georgia? I merely said you guys are trying to be more comfortable about this game using the rationale that FSU isn’t that good….and stated they had a GA Tech / Gardner Webb type moment….sounds like you’re a few fries short of a happy meal. Miami scores against FSU, and your argument is that FSU’s defense is terrible. GA Tech puts up 16 offensive points against Clemson and their defense is awesome…..I’m following your logic here.
Ted
September 15th, 2009
3:09 pm
Once again to you ignorant people, gt had their 3rd string qb play against gard webb. he had never played in this offense and had no clue what he was doing. fsu didn’t have a gard webb moment. they had an fsu is in a major decline and has major issues moment.
follow this…gt scores from both sides of the ball. when one of our defenders intercepts your almost rookie qb and takes it to the house, you will say oh wow they are good.
x cane you are not a cane fan. you’re the same schmuck on here from ugag. i can see it in your writing style. you were here during the clemson week saying the same thing. get a life loser.
GT Que
September 15th, 2009
3:22 pm
xCane4Lifex
Who are you responding to? Right now you just sound like a scared ibis.
xCane4Lifex
September 15th, 2009
3:26 pm
Incorrect Ted……how many defensive td’s did GT score against Clemson? 0, right? That would categorize both sides of the ball right?? I have never said I thought the canes would beat up on GA Tech, just thought you guys were dismissing this game a little too quickly. The logic you guys are coming with makes no sense.
FSU’s defense was terrible…..Miami didn’t have anything to do with that? Pretty sure they did. The OC exploited mismatch after mismatch. Which will probably happen again Thursday night….GA Tech’s defense didn’t look that hot against Clemson…..but wait, Clemson got lucky…right?
Louisiana Jacket
September 15th, 2009
3:27 pm
Yo Doug got a question for you, do we know why anthony allen was rotated out of kickoff return during the clemson game? Also do we know if that is going to continue?
xCane4Lifex
September 15th, 2009
3:27 pm
right at you GT quefe
GT Que
September 15th, 2009
3:37 pm
xCane4Lifex
Ok clown, where in my post did you see anything about FSU or Gardner Webb? If you are going to respond to just my post, then how about reading it first? Its a novel idea, I know.
GT Fans, look at this MIAMI fan challenging a GA TECH alum on ANY aspect of academic ability….HAHAHAHA….Sorry xCane4Lifex, GT may be in your league, but academically, you’re no where near our league
nuro
September 15th, 2009
3:42 pm
My brain hurts.GT not man enough.
xCanes4Lifex
September 15th, 2009
3:49 pm
Well you got me GT que……..I will burn my diploma from Miami because it is inferior to one from Tech. You obviously know nothing about the University of Miami as an academic institution.
GT Que
September 15th, 2009
3:51 pm
xCane4Lifex
September 15th, 2009
2:50 pm
Never said Paul Johnson wasn’t a good coach….do they teach you to read in Georgia?
You drew first blood with the literacy jab – I’m perfectly fine with keeping it strictly on football and the game on Thurs
Good luck to your boys
Big play Ray
September 15th, 2009
3:53 pm
The U is going to get the hammer dropped on them by Dwyer Nesbitt Jones and Allen. They cannot stop this foursome. GT wins this one easily.
T in ATL
September 15th, 2009
3:56 pm
If were Thug U, then whats that make you?…Terrorist harboring Tech?
Miami has had no off the field trouble in 3 years, unlike many other top tier teams I can name…UGA, Florida, etc. Shannon is doing is part to clean up a mess Coker left. Thug U jokes are old.
Our D got embarrassed last year cause we were too young to play disciplined against the option. That wont be the case this yr. Just remember what we did to Nebraska’s option with a disciplined D. Totally diff team, I know, but our talent level from the past 2 classes has risen tremedously…you’ll see come Thurs. Also remember for the FSU game our 2 most expereinced D-lineman were not playing. They are back healthy now. The pressure will be there.
xCanes4Lifex
September 15th, 2009
3:57 pm
My only issue with the entire discussion is the logic used when a tech fan tells me why they’re going to beat up on Miami.
They may very well beat Miami, doesn’t make Miami a bad football team, and doesn’t make GA Tech the greatest football team. I truly think when these two teams play Thursday night, it is the two best teams I have seen in the conference year to date. That may change, but neither one has looked terrible….yet. Going to be a close one, and with all the talk about offensive firepower from both…it will end up being a 13-10 game. Good luck to the jackets.
GTfan11
September 15th, 2009
3:57 pm
I may be mistaken but I recall the secondary giving up some pretty big pass plays last week against Clemson and their freshman quaterback. If we can’t pressure the QB, They’ll burn us again. Also if Josh can’t throw the ball between the sidelines, then Miami can put 11 in the box if they want. I’m concerned about this game. Miami seemed to be pretty strong against the run against FSU. Let’s hope Tech won’t go to sleep again during the 2nd and 3rd quarters and put it to Miami again!
Ted
September 15th, 2009
3:59 pm
Yes x cane your defense is so great. So great in fact it’s half as good as jack states.
Our defense gave up a couple of big plays you dope. Which is uncharacteristic of them. Other than that, they played a good game. How many big plays did your team have against that crap fsu defense. Talking trash and you have nothing to back it up with. Four in a row over the U. Now that is funny.
YP
September 15th, 2009
4:04 pm
Nice logic cane. You’ve played one game against a crap fsu team that is riddened with chaos,that scored to go ahead with .45 left against jax state and you think you are superior because of this? Memo to you.FSU is HORRIBLE. You barely beat a horrible team. And you really should have lost.
Your going to face the best coach in the acc offensively. He knows how to win. Enjoy 5 in a row.
And I agree with the others on here. You’re a ugay fan who last week was doing the same thing with the clemson moniker. How pathetic you are.
xCanes4Lifex
September 15th, 2009
4:07 pm
Ted…you’re an idiot. Haven’t once said the Canes defense was going to dominate…just think they’re defense is better than Clemson’s.
GTJ
September 15th, 2009
4:08 pm
DaU…if you watched that LSU game you’d know that the final score was a result of Georgia Tech’s mistakes more than it was of LSU stopping Georgia Tech.
xCanes4Lifex
September 15th, 2009
4:09 pm
YP………Clemson is horrible…….so you barely beat a horrible team. Thursday should be a good game then. Two teams who barely beat horrible teams….can’t wait!!
Trade School Junkie
September 15th, 2009
4:10 pm
I’ll add this item to this discussion:
http://www.sportingnews.com/college-football/article/2009-09-14/conference-call-fsu-bottom-half-acc
Its an up-to-date ranking of the conferences, and teams within conferences.
Here it is for the ACC:
1. VT
2. GT
3. Miami
4. UNC
5. Clemson
6. NCSt
7. Wake
8. BC
9. FSU <—— Look WAY down here.
10. MD
11. Duke
12. UVA
T in ATL
September 15th, 2009
4:11 pm
One more thing, bringing up what someone did to another school is completely useless. Its a different game, diff match ups, it proves nothing. On paper the Bills had no chance against the ALL KNOWING Tom Brady and his Patriots, but they came out and punched them in the mouth for 3 qts. Michigan lost to App St. Stuff happens to the best of them. You think you can beat UGA again only throwing the ball 7 times? I doubt it. You cant say since X beat Y, and Y beat Z, then X is better then Z. I know thats how the AP polls rank teams, but its just not accurate. Paper champions dont exsist.
However, Clemsons QB last Thurs was the worst Ive seen in a long time…maybe worse then our last savior Kyle Wright. He couldnt see the wide open spaces in front of him to run and instead threw a wildly inaccurate pass or got sacked. He got nervous as soon as the ball was snapped and started looking for ways out the pocket. Just horrible. The fact that they were able to get any deep balls on your secondary and make a come back in that game tells me there are weaknesses. Im not saying Miami doesnt have them too, but to declare your D as good is very optimistic this early in the season. CJ spiller is a fast special player…well, we have at least 3 playmakers on offense with his speed and ability. If Jacory has time, he’ll find them.
oronomus
September 15th, 2009
4:14 pm
Think Miami is fast? Spiller and Ford are much faster, probably one of the fastest combo’s ever. Don’t believe it? Check out this year’s NCAA 60-yard dash FINALS:
Men 60 Meter Dash
================================================================
Two heats. Winner plus the next six fastest advance to Final.
American: A 6.39 3/3/2001 Maurice Green
NCAA Meet: M 6.51 3/15/2008 Richard THOMPSON, LSU
Facility: F 6.56 1/31/2009 Trindon HOLLIDAY, LSU
Collegiate: C 6.45 2/20/1999 Leonard MYLES-MILLS, BYU
Name Year School Finals
================================================================
Finals
1 Jacoby Ford SO Clemson 6.52F
2 Trindon Holliday JR LSU 6.55F
3 Terrell Wilks SO Florida 6.61
4 Adam Harris SR Michigan 6.62
5 Rondel Sorrillo JR Kentucky 6.63 [6.622]
6 Gerald Phiri SO Texas A&M 6.63 [6.625]
7 Michael Ray Garvin SR Fla St. 6.66
8 Teddy Williams JR Texas-San Anton 6.70
Ted
September 15th, 2009
4:16 pm
I never wrote you said they would dominate. Nice name calling too. What are you, 15?
You’re gloating about barely beating a crap FSU team. Clemson is hands down better than miami or fsu. You will see that when you play them.
Ted
September 15th, 2009
4:17 pm
Ford and Spiller are 10 x faster than any receiver on miami. These pretend cane fans are ignorant.
T in ATL
September 15th, 2009
4:17 pm
What does that prove except that they also run track? You cant say they are faster then other players on ANY team if those players werent competing as well. Ya they’re fast…So was Devin Hester but you never saw him on a track team so you have nothing to compare.
Next…
Ted
September 15th, 2009
4:19 pm
Prediction
Next week after we beat Miami, xcane and his other aliases will be using something like heels stomp posting the same bs about gt. It’s the same loser who was posting crap last week before the clemson game. Same writing style. Notice they know nothing about UM except one player. It’s the same repetitive crap over and over. Someone has no life.
Ted
September 15th, 2009
4:22 pm
That’s funny T cause every sports radio guy here said that Clemson has a bright future with their qb and they all thought he played exceptional. This week you’re little man plays against an actual defense. Not a nuch of guys running around at the circus. Which the miami fsu game is anyway.
Kane337
September 15th, 2009
4:23 pm
Trade School Junkie, last year the Sporting News said the Falcons would go 1-15. Well they didn’t. Those ranking don’t mean squat. It’s just food for fodder like any other ranking. The rankings only matter after the regular season is over.
T in ATL
September 15th, 2009
4:28 pm
Ted,
Ya, and Kyle Wright was the winner of the Elite 11 out of Cali and on EVERYONES wanted recruiting list. Robert Marve was Mr. Florida who beat all of Tebow’s records. Some people cant adjust to the college game, or just dont get the right coaching, o-coor, etc. Busts happen every year.
Maybe he does have a bright future…only time will tell. But would you be smiling after that performance? At least when Jacory came in for sessions last yr while Marve was starting he was an instant hit. Leading many game winning drives. Making big throws. I cant say that from what I saw in Clemson guy.
T in ATL
September 15th, 2009
4:29 pm
Only stats you should look at are the betting lines in Vegas. They’ve been doing that for a LOOOOONG time and are right WAY more times then wrong.
IBIS
September 15th, 2009
4:31 pm
Enter your comments here
Mick
September 15th, 2009
4:37 pm
UM should be very scared. Dwyer has one big run all season. He is long due for a breakout game. And this is the kind of team it will happen against. Just like last year.
Ted
September 15th, 2009
4:39 pm
Yes I would be. Maybe you should read this. If you think that he played a bad game, then you know nothing about football.
http://rivals.yahoo.com/ncaa/football/news?slug=ap-clemson-swinney&prov=ap&type=lgns
DawginLex
September 15th, 2009
4:41 pm
Are you Tech folks as embarrassed and annoyed by “yellow fuzz” as we are?
I have honestly tried to stop with the childish, idiotic comments on the blogs. I offered a suggestion to m and yellow fuzz that they should try it. Haven’t heard from m but yellow fuzz responds with his usual garbage.
Anybody know him? Is he around 12 years old?
Anyway, my truce continues. And BTW, my predictions for the weekend
GT 42
UM 37
UGA 27
Ark 20
Buzzsaw
September 15th, 2009
4:43 pm
Da U – Are you serious? This is a D that gave up 34 to an FSU team that amass 19 points on Jax State (6 on a turnover with 20 seconds left). Please. These guys will not be disciplined enough to stop Tech’s O. Great athletes that don’t play assignment football against GT will look like a D-2 school. I do think that UM has great athletes on Offense and that they will score points. I do not feel as positive as some. This game could see a lot of points and the team with the last possesion becoming the winner.
IBIS
September 15th, 2009
4:44 pm
Last year’s game is history along with Robert Marve and PATRICK NIX. GT can run it’s offense all day, but expect this year for Maimi to return the scores. Much more player development for the Hurricanes on both sides of the ball for 2009. The Miami vs FSU game is not played like any other game those two programs play. There is plenty of written information to document that. The FSU game is just like the game between GA & Tech. GT will not see the same gameplan, trust me. Imagine if GA Tech played GA in it’s opening game, Everyone would think that you give up 40 points per game. After the seeing the Clemson game, maybe you do.
BIG BEE
September 15th, 2009
4:51 pm
To all above: What difference does it make what LSU did? TRhey are not playing Thursday evening. This is GT and UM.
Chris
September 15th, 2009
4:55 pm
Ga Tech is going to run over Thug U just like last year. Miami is an overrated joke. Shannon is a joke of a coach. And 75% of Miami fans didn’t even go to college there.
T in ATL
September 15th, 2009
5:01 pm
Ted: what did that article tell me? That Clemson has a long way to go and got outfoxed by GT. I see nothing but quotes from the head coach. You think he’s going to bad mouth his QB? Fact is he was less then 50% completion percentage and threw 2 picks. He also has one of NCAA best running backs. No where do I see where this guy was SO good and thats why they put up a fight. The whole team put up a fight and he did just enough to make a comeback.
And thats besides the point. Hes a freshman. Whether hes great later or not has nothing to do with his performance against yall. Everyone has an opinion of what they saw. I saw a crappy QB who looked under pressure all game by GT’s line and made plenty of errors, yet was still able to make the game close.
If all these Tech fans are going to talk about how FSU is so bad and how Miami scored points on a weak D (of whom Mickie Andrews said was the fastest he’s ever coached) then the same can be said about what Clemson was able to do to yall. Ive heard plenty of sports talk people say Clemson is horrible, bottom tier. Im sure some others think theyre great. You QB Nesbett completed 3 passes and threw 2 INT. You better hope he does better against Miami.
But Im pretty sure 4 yrs down the rd, when we all look back, Ill bet Miami and FSU will put more players in the NFL then Tech and Clemson. So to say our Defense are weak is far fetched. These are the same guys you’ll be hoping the Falcons draft in 2 yrs.
Trade School Junkie
September 15th, 2009
5:06 pm
Kane337:
Those rankings from Matt Hayes at Sporting News are based on
THE GAMES THAT HAVE BEEN PLAYED SO FAR THIS SEASON, not some kind of “pre-season ranking/predcition system.” Read!
FSU-JaxSt game just leaves question marks about FSU. We’ll know about FSU for sure on saturday. IMHO, FSU is gonna get SLAUGHTERED by a BYU team playing with a SERIOUS “Mountain West” chip on their shoulder. Anyone esle notice that BYU “stayed on the gas” against Tulane.
VERY BAD SIGN for FSU.
I think the game will be close, made 4-5 pt difference.
Dawg in LaLa Land:
WTH? Coming to a GT blog telling GT fans theyre annoying and to go away.
Dude, seriously, HAUL AAAAAAAZZZZZZZZZZZ !!!!
T in ATL
September 15th, 2009
5:08 pm
Chris: you’re a idiot. The same old, thug U, yall didnt even go to the school, comments. Ok, youre right. I give up. I since I didnt go there I switch my alligence from a team Ive liked since childhood growing up in Coral Gables and Kendall. I guess I cant like the Dolphins either since I dont play for them. Well I graduated from CCSU, who doesnt have a football team mind you, so tell me…who should I be allowed to root for? Were as much of thugs as you are terrorists. moron.
Also, 2 of my cousins who DID grad from UM are still paying student loans MANY yrs later. Why dont you research exactly how much it cost to go there before making asinine remarks. I have 2 friends who are die hard Tech fans…they didnt go to Tech. Ill tell them to quit following your team tough guy.
Im sure Tech would have no problems with me buying season tickets and merchandise from the stadium huh? Retard.
T in ATL
September 15th, 2009
5:19 pm
Ted: The “experts” aka sports writers, that you say think Clemson QB is so good also thinks Miami is better then Ga Tech. So tell me, which side are you on?
http://scores.espn.go.com/ncf/preview?gameId=292602390
Da U
September 15th, 2009
5:25 pm
xCanes4Lifex – My only issue with the entire discussion is the logic used when a tech fan tells me why they’re going to beat up on Miami.
They are homers who make excuses for everything. GT was blow out by LSU, but it wasn’t LSU it was the GT turnovers? NC beat the heck out of them, but it was the GT turnovers? We played our 2nd string? Bla Bla Bla! Take it like a man, you lost!!!!! Take away the punt return and fake FG and GT would have lost to Clemson. The U has been crapy the last 4 years, I can admit it. We got our butts kick by not only GT but others. O’Well, that was the last 4 years. If GT kicks our butts Thursday, I will be the first one to admit it. I won’t blame the turnover or 2nd string. You all need to man up when you lose!
And heck no, I’m not a GA fan pretending to be a U fan, can’t stand the state! Have you ever been on 95, the place smells like a rat hole!
I’m sure after we kick GT’s butt you all will have homeritse!
GTSteve
September 15th, 2009
5:29 pm
Da U, make sure you stop back by Friday AM ok, don’t be hard to find now……
GTSteve
September 15th, 2009
5:32 pm
xCane4Lifex
September 15th, 2009
3:26 pm
Incorrect Ted……how many defensive td’s did GT score against Clemson? 0
Isn’t a punt return a defensive TD?
DawginLex
September 15th, 2009
5:33 pm
trade school junkie,
I guess the old adage applies to you as well.
When you try to reason with an idiot you come to understand why everyone thought he was an idiot to begin with.
Some of the Tech folks have appreciated the civility. You are too big of a tool to recognize it.
Nice prediction on that Okie state game. “66-13 and UGA won’t score until the 2nd half” Our QB plays with the flu and we hold them to the lowest points and yardage total since gundy arrived.
Nostradamus’ job is safe for another year.
Tech82
September 15th, 2009
5:41 pm
DawginLex – Yes, m is an embarrassment. There are several of those on both sides of the aisle in the Tech/UGA war. Fortunately, most of us on these blogs can exchange in civil discourse. Sadly, there are a few who make these blogs almost unreadable some days.
Johnson's Hive
September 15th, 2009
5:41 pm
The Thing about the U is that they are not discipline enough to have more big plays than TECH. Don’t get me wrong Miami will score some points, but like schultz said, Miami is taking the jackets lightly.
Da U
September 15th, 2009
5:41 pm
GTSteve – I’ll be easy to find. Like I said above, if we lose I will take it like a man and use notta 1 excuse. But, if we win make sure you and the others are on board, without excuses.
No Coulda – Shoulda or Wouldassssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss
Just man up like a Cane fan!
Da U
September 15th, 2009
5:46 pm
Miami is taking the jackets lightly??? Don’t think so, just go to the Miami Herald and read the article! Don’t listen to this Schultz guy!
Tech82
September 15th, 2009
5:48 pm
DaU – I haven’t seen anybody dispute that we lost to LSU or UNC. The FACT is that LSU didn’t dominate us. In fact, they only outgained us by 10 yards. That’s not an opinion, it’s fact.
The FACT is that UNC didn’t dominate us either. They gave up more than 400 yards in offense.
Unfortunately, the last fact is that they both beat us on the scoreboard. They both had help from our turnovers and poor special teams play but they beat us nonetheless.
What I don’t understand is why you’re dwelling on what other schools have done against us. Is it because we’ve owned you guys for the past four years (another FACT)?
T in ATL
September 15th, 2009
5:49 pm
Johnsons Hive: Where have you read Miami is taken Gt lightly? Do you read the miami beat writers articles? Miami has watched the game tape numerous times of the a s s kicking you gave us last yr. They know the result of taking you lightly. They have put in extra work on the option, but even Shannon says no scout team player can truely immitate how that offense runs. And that it takes a quarter of play to even get used to it. I assure you, they are putting in work to prepare. Last yr they did take it lightly using a nobody to run the scout team option and had no real preperation. Thats Shannons fault. But hes learned. This will be a great battle.
Not saying that makes us better or thats why we’ll win….but lightly is not the word Id use.
Ray Rackley
September 15th, 2009
5:53 pm
The key will be turnovers, penalties, & special teams! Miami threw in the towel last year when they got behind. I wonder if they have matured. Doesn’t appear that Miami or FSU have a very good defense and you can’t make big plays or score if you don’t have the ball. Grind it out and keep Miami’s offense off the field! Look who the no.1 punt returner is in the nation after the first 2 weeks, Tarrant! Gotta play the whole 60 minutes to be winner in this one. I bet that defensive line steps up for this one with all the double teams on Morgan!
Da U
September 15th, 2009
5:56 pm
Tech82 – What I don’t understand is why you’re dwelling on what other schools have done against us. Is it because we’ve owned you guys for the past four years (another FACT)?
Did U read my post above? Guess not, because I did admit you all kicked our butts the last 4 years.
Dwayne
September 15th, 2009
6:01 pm
I’m a Paul J fan. He coached at THE Ga. Southern U. (that sounds and looks funny). One thing about that offense, if you lay the ball on the ground to many times, your in trouble, now, if GT can win the TO battle, they win, lose it, give Miami a short field. Game Over. Good luck GT. I hope yall run the table. Even I know the Dogs, who I like, are gonna lose at least 3 more.
Tech Forever
September 15th, 2009
6:30 pm
The key ot the game??? Easy….Jacory Harris getting the flu and not playing. That’s the key to the game.
I love the Jackets but running a streak to 5 in a row is hard enough against BAD teams…..Miami is NOT a bad team.
jeremy chandler
September 15th, 2009
6:51 pm
nerd herd 478-228-0677
kyle turman
September 15th, 2009
7:04 pm
Alright, Miami seems to be back on their way to becoming the new Miami right?
“Not so fast my friend”, Miami plays one good game against FSU and everyone is thinking of the old days. Did they not forget what happened to them last time they faced the option oriented jackets….DESTROYED. Yes Tech has lost a great group of D-lineman but they are returning most of their starting offense from last season. So, what could be different this time around? Maybe Miami scores two TD’s more than last year…still not enough for the powerful jackets.
prediction Jackets 35, Canes 21
DDT
September 15th, 2009
7:26 pm
Enjoy it mites. Your 15 minutes of fame is just about up.
DDT
September 15th, 2009
7:29 pm
Cooper Taylor is a big play waiting to happen….for te other team. Every OC you play for the rest of the year is going to get a faster guy on him multiple times a game. The kid is slower than molasses.
DDT
September 15th, 2009
7:30 pm
Canes 42 GT 24
Ted
September 15th, 2009
7:38 pm
And jacory was any better? He had two picks also. Funny how you ignore that. The clemson kid is a freshman. Those are good numbers for your first stiff game. But you ignore stuff like that.
Go back to your name calling. That’s all you do in your childish rants.
theUcanLICKNUTZ
September 15th, 2009
7:43 pm
The name says it all. Been getting that AZZ beat since you came into the ACC.
Ted
September 15th, 2009
7:43 pm
Miami didn’t play a good game against fsu. They looked like crap like fsu did. No defense and tons of miscues. They will be exposed for the fraud they are on Thursday. Overhyped undisciplined team with a sorry coach.
Ted
September 15th, 2009
8:17 pm
They haven’t learned anything.
The Hurricanes have spent a lot of time watching film of that game, though safety Randy Phillips said they didn’t spend any extra time in the spring or in summer camp working on defending the option. Shannon said it wouldn’t have mattered if they had.
Joe Schmoe
September 15th, 2009
8:29 pm
Please, god let these guys keep thinking they are going to roll. They are in for a big suprise.
Here is a prime example quote from QB Harris from Miami.
“They have a good defense. Their secondary is good. Morgan Burnett gets across the whole field. And their defensive end [Derrick Morgan] is a beast. But at the same time, I don’t believe our offense can [be stopped].”
Mephistopheles
September 15th, 2009
8:29 pm
Miami has had more talented players than GT for 4 years and lost all 4 games. UM has failed to develop players because they’ve done a poor job of hiring talented coaches.
The biggest difference in this game is that Miami’s superior talent is now being directed by exceptional coaches. GT fans know only too well the significant upgrade Mark Whipple represents compared to Patrick Nix, and Lovett had the most effective defensive gameplan the Jackets faced all season.
Sorry Techies, but the party is over in the ACC. Barring injury to Jacory Harris, the U is finally ready to bring credibility to this conference on a national level like the ACC commish had hoped.
Doubt me? Well, UM’s opening drive this season was 6 plays/66 yards for a TD. (666) Don’t say I didn’t warn you. CAN “U” FEEL THE HEAT?
Mephistopheles
September 15th, 2009
8:34 pm
I like guys!
AUGUSTAJACKET
September 15th, 2009
8:49 pm
Da U GAY
It will be like last year.
Mephistopheles
September 15th, 2009
8:53 pm
C’mon Atlanta. Is that the best you’ve got? Fortunately for you, your team will bring a little more to Miami. GT is an excellent school-obviously, its alumni avoid these blogs.
boondock
September 15th, 2009
8:53 pm
You all think GT is actually gonna beat Miami, man please as I told some of my friends if Clemson could actually slow that rushing attack down then what do you expect the Miami defense to do against the run I know just ask Florida State. Once the run is stopped Tech only has one good reciever and Josh is not an accurate passer so my suggestion to all you Tech fans is to sit down shut up and watch Miami dismantle Tech for some serious payback this year.
Joe Schmoe
September 15th, 2009
9:04 pm
boondock, yea you guys are such a world beaters! Lot of smack talk but no walk behind it. Win a couple and run your trap to follow your walk, but untill then go pound sand untill you do win. Your eyes will be open Thursday night, and you may not like the outcome.
boondock
September 15th, 2009
9:06 pm
I like guys especially the soft ones that sorta talk smack like Mephistopheles. I picked him up off the street on Calle Ocho, he is so soft!!!
Not Disappointed
September 15th, 2009
9:27 pm
GO Jackets!
Tech Wins
September 15th, 2009
9:40 pm
Keys to Tech’s victory: 1) D-line pressures Harris 2) Tech plays with intensity all 60 minutes 3) Nesbitt improves the touch on his throws
Tech wins by 14.
CaneBoss
September 15th, 2009
9:48 pm
I hear you all talking about Oline. We are very concerned about our Boy King Jacory Harris. Thats why he majority of the time we will only send out 3 receivers at a time and max protect him as we did against FSU. As you can see the receivers are talented enough to still get open. The exceptional offensive mind of Coach Whipple will create mismatches allnight. Slow linebackers matched up against Cooper and Baby James. Look for Byrd to have a breakout game, as well as our Power Foward now TE Graham. Um is much better team. I love the city of Atlanta, but The U is too talented and a bit more experienced this year, as well as mad some underserving overacheiving team has been beating them in they’re down years. Statement Game. Watch out!! The UUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU
wigdad
September 15th, 2009
10:35 pm
m. please stop. No more we give up. you need to go to sleep now.
macrotech
September 16th, 2009
12:03 am
DawginLex, no clue…you MAY be giving him too much credit at 12! I like your predictions… Could make for a great week in the state of Georgia!
DDT, no thanks….I think we’ll stick around for a while.
boondock, awwww hell….. we didn’t need to pass the ball much last year…. it’ll only add to the fun; have fun!
This is going to be a GREAT game! Either team could win it. Miami seems to be enjoying that old swagger of old. However, Tech is having some fun struttin their stuff to a nice collection of victories. Should make for some hard hitting! Gonna be a good night to watch some football! GO TECH!!!
305CANE
September 16th, 2009
12:54 am
I have one name for you tech fans Vaughn Telemaque. You will remember him after the game.
xCanes4Lifex
September 16th, 2009
7:52 am
Ted is still an idiot……calls people losers and then bashes them for calling him an idiot. Miami’s defense didn’t look great against FSU, but the offense had a pretty good day…..but I keep forgetting, that was because FSU has a terrible defense. Your arguments are the best in the business Ted……….loser!
coach smith
September 16th, 2009
9:05 am
Tech is playing on Thursday again….you know why?
THE Junior Varsity teams always play on Thursdays!!!!
LOL
Seriously
I’m a Dawg fan but this should be a entertaining game to watch (and I’ll take football on TV any night I can get it..even if its Tech
I think the loss of Miami’s two DBs will not make much difference b/c Tech does not pass the ball well at all
If it is raining as hard as they are forecasting that will be a problem for Tech
If Tech turns the ball over in this game they lose badly otherwise it is going to the wire