Sims has inside track on B-back job
Greetings-
I’m posting notes from Tuesday practice. I will have fresh stuff up in the afternoon. Been kind of a nutty week.
Georgia Tech’s season-opening lineup is shaping up. Perhaps the most notable insight that coach Paul Johnson provided Tuesday is that B-back David Sims holds the edge to start less than five months after taking his first snap at that position.
“He worked his tail off,” Johnson said. “He earned it.”
Tech opens the season Sept. 1 against Western Carolina at Bobby Dodd Stadium. Sims played quarterback for his first two seasons but switched to B-back before spring practice, believing it would get him on the field quicker. Sims worked hard over the summer and rose from fourth on the depth chart behind Preston Lyons, Charles Perkins and Richard Watson to the top spot, for now.
“He just runs hard,” Johnson said.
The order, though, is subject to change and the backs have been getting rotated in practice between the starting unit and backups.
“I think the competition’s going to be tight all throughout the season,” Lyons said.
After Sims, Johnson said he wasn’t sure how Perkins and Lyons compare, and said game situations would dictate their use. Johnson offered a stern assessment of Perkins.
“His idea of working hard and mine aren’t the same,” Johnson said.
More lineup news
While no surprise, Johnson said that Tevin Washington will be the starting quarterback. He came into the spring and the preseason as the starter and has maintained his status over backup Synjyn Days.
“I would suspect that at least two of them will play, maybe more,” Johnson said.
More would be true freshman Vad Lee, who has earned praise from Johnson for his ability to absorb the offense.
Wide receiver Tyler Melton, who came back Monday from a strained calf injury, is trying to fend off true freshman Jeff Greene for his starting spot.
Coaches are leaning toward starting guard Will Jackson at left tackle in place of Phil Smith, who has been suspended two games for violating team rules. Jackson, a freshman All-American last season at guard, is a bright player who should be able to make the adjustment. True freshman Trey Braun would start in Jackson’s spot. Another possibility is to start either Ray Beno or Catlin Alford in Smith’s place and keep Jackson at guard.
“For the time being, we’re trying to get our best five on the field,” Johnson said.
The lineup would elevate one of two true freshman linemen, Errin Joe or Shaq Mason, into the No. 3 guard spot.
Practice report
Johnson liked the intensity of Tuesday’s practice better than Monday’s, though he said it still wasn’t where he’d like it to be. The offense and defense practiced against scout teams at the start of practice.
“It’s been about the same [as preseason practices)]” Lyons said. “The only difference is we’re not here all day, but practice itself is still pretty intense.”
Lyons has been wearing a knee brace after injuring his knee in Saturday’s scrimmage, but he doesn’t want to deal with it for long.
“Hopefully not, because I don’t like it at all,” he said.
Etc.
The kicking jobs have not been determined. Justin Moore is competing with David Scully for the placekicking position. Moore, Scully and Chandler Anderson are competing to take kickoffs. … A new team auditorium is almost complete. “I’ve tried to poke my head in, but they keep it covered up with a tarp,” Lyons said.
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AtWork
August 24th, 2011
9:12 am
I just want to see a desire to win every game. Don’t get down because something didn’t go your way…make it go your way the next time. I’m really excited because of the way our schedule shaped up. The early games give us a time to get valuable reps in and make sure the 2nd and 3rd’s are ready if needed.
Go Jackets!
William Casey
August 24th, 2011
9:16 am
I sure liked Sims’ apparent toughness and athleticism in the few game opportunities he’s had. Seems to have some “Josh Nesbitt” in him and that’s always a good thing. Would like to see him get at least ten carries vs. Western Carolina.
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
9:18 am
So Perkins is not a hard worker, huh? That’s not good news
T3
August 24th, 2011
9:19 am
Saw Sims play at QB vs MTSU in 2010.
He’s bigger, stronger and faster than Nesbitt or Dwyer ever were at either position..
At B-Back he’s going to “truck” a lot of LBs & DBs.
Going to be VERY TOUGH to bring him down.
Burdell
August 24th, 2011
9:20 am
Oh boy…am I ready for some football. TML in 8 days…
GO JACKETS!!
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
9:20 am
William Casey, I agree, and I was somewhat surprised that he wasn’t in the mix to replace Nesbitt. I thought in those early games last year he was far more productive than Washington.
Burdell
August 24th, 2011
9:21 am
T3…..No way Sims is faster than Dwyer was…and I thought those predictions of yours made you look a little silly…this takes the cake.
GT Fan
August 24th, 2011
9:29 am
I was concerned by Perkins’ demeanor at Fan Day … was just kinda “sitting there” with a look like he really didn’t want to be there. Not the case with other 5 guys sitting in the B-Back tent.
The guy is a physical specimen, and he’s got talent – saw it in a couple runs in the scrimmages.
Johnson offered a stern assessment of Perkins.
“His idea of working hard and mine aren’t the same,” Johnson said.
Looks like Perkins may have to learn quickly that PJ doesn’t play the “every kid gets a trophy” game, and that he [Perkins] is not entitled to anything! This ain’t high school anymore Mr. Perkins!
DawginLex
August 24th, 2011
9:32 am
So no redshirt for Vad Lee?
Interesting stuff. Either he is that good or Johnson doesn’t think the two ahead of him are that far ahead.
If the defense is not improved, Johnson might decide to go with the younger kid. Problem is, you aren’t going to know much after your 1st 2 games because of who you are playing.
Even though we might start 0-2 or 1-1, we will know what we have pretty quickly. That’s why I hate playing cupcakes but the reality is a game like the GT game for Western Carolina represents a large % of their athletic budget and is a lifeblood for the program.
GT Fan
August 24th, 2011
9:32 am
From what I’ve seen in the scrimmages, Perkins looks like the fastest B-Back. Dwyer was crazy fast…might be a while before you find another one with his top-end speed.
jack ey
August 24th, 2011
9:33 am
honestly, Sims could be your qb and should have been last season, why the coaches are just now catching on to this is beyond me, DAVID SIMS IS THE MAN
DawginLex
August 24th, 2011
9:34 am
Sounds like Perkins might have a little bit of Washaun Ealey in him.
I am amazed this kid is not starting. Kudos to your coach for not giving the job to him based on size and speed alone.
juvenal
August 24th, 2011
9:34 am
once again, many stars sometimes = prima donna…..Boise gets by with solid kids….
Ramblin Man
August 24th, 2011
9:38 am
Surprised about Perkins. Will be interesting to see how this plays out. No problem with Sims as the starter though as he always looks good running the ball.
GT Fan
August 24th, 2011
9:39 am
This doesn’t surprise me. I know Perkins is a great Athlete, but that is what got him noticed in High School, not his work ethic. At the collegiate level, it’s athleticism AND hard work. Lord knows how good he would be if he actually gave 110% all the time. It’s really up to him if he wants to take his game to the NFL. He should know that all NFL running backs expend this type of energy. Otherwise, they won’t be on the team very long.
Ramblin Man
August 24th, 2011
9:40 am
Dawginlex,
I agree but just because of all the new guys GT really needs these type of games early this year to get timing right. I HOPE
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
9:44 am
I hate these division 2 openers too, but maybe this year it’s a good thing.
Lagrange Jacket
August 24th, 2011
9:45 am
Perkins. What a disappointment…
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
9:45 am
Where is Perkins from? I don’t remember
DawginLex
August 24th, 2011
9:47 am
Pretty sure he played at Collins hill?
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
9:48 am
Is that in the Atlanta area?
DAWG Man
August 24th, 2011
9:50 am
You guys are being a little too hard on Perkins. Perhaps he has no interest in going to the NFL, but just wants to get a good degree courtesy of a football scholarship. Either way, I’m fine with CPJ wasting a scholarship. Just means GT will continue to get spanked by the DAWGS!….
Go DAWGS!!!!
DawginLex
August 24th, 2011
9:56 am
suwanee
Upstate Jacket
August 24th, 2011
9:57 am
How about all true GT fans lay off of Perkins for now? He still has 4 yrs of eligibility and some of you may be drooling over him in a yr or two if he becomes the starter. He’s young and in CPJ’s opinion needs to kick it up a notch, but how many of you would like to have your entire future judged by your first year in college?
Work hard Charles and we, the fans, will keep pulling for you!
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
9:57 am
Thanks, Lex
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
9:59 am
not writing him off, Upstate,but he had better learn soon that you got to work if you want to reap the opportunities……or rewards
DawginLex
August 24th, 2011
10:02 am
y’all better be glad you have healthy options
Come on man
August 24th, 2011
10:03 am
51-7 was the only spanking we got. Thank you DAWG man.
Techie
August 24th, 2011
10:06 am
People think that Tech is just going to just plain out suck. Can’t wait to prove them wrong. 2008, here we go again.
Simon Bar Sinister
August 24th, 2011
10:06 am
I’m sure my idea of hard work and Paul Johnson’s aren’t the same, either.
Getting his degree is going to be hard work.
juvenal
August 24th, 2011
10:10 am
would have loved that game against ‘Bama vt got, but as i’ve said, the ADs don’t poll the fans…..
BigTimeTechFan
August 24th, 2011
10:31 am
Don’t look to much into the Perkins comment, just last week Johnson was praising Perkins for stepping it up
J.D.
August 24th, 2011
10:34 am
When I think of the great names that will go down in Football History, they all seemed dedicated to the game. Every snap, every practice and every game.
I’m not sure if Charles Perkins is dedicated to the game.
BigTimeTechFan
August 24th, 2011
10:34 am
Man, wonder if Lyons will be the 1st 2nd/3rd string RB to win the Heisman trophy?
gt4ever
August 24th, 2011
10:37 am
Yeah, typical “coach” talk about Perkins……. Coach is just trying to motivate…. No need to worry about Perkins…
GT Alum
August 24th, 2011
10:41 am
After last year’s problems with complacency, there should be no place on this year’s GT Football squad for this kind of lackadaisical attitude.
I sure hope Perkins finds some drive. Not just to be the best RB on the team, but rather to be the best RB in the country. The talent is there. Is the drive?
Not Disappointed!
August 24th, 2011
10:45 am
Don’t give up on Perkins just yet. Maybe this is the boost that he need. Let’s go Jackets!
CPJ doesn't give
August 24th, 2011
10:47 am
every kid a trophy…………….but he does give them a ring for beating UGA once a decade LMAO.
Perkins may have realized he made a huge mistake signing on for this H.S. offense. I shudder to think what he could do in a real offense.
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
10:49 am
and the ignorant trolls return. wondered where they all were. too bad they don’t have s**t for brains
Rduck
August 24th, 2011
10:57 am
I really think that CPJ is just trying to motivate Perkins to step his game up to the next level. It wasn’t long ago that he was talking the same way about J Dwyer when he came in out of shape and just going through the motions. He also had the same things to say about AA early last year when he felt he wasn’t finishing off runs tough enough. Well, we all saw how that turned out. Just be patient and let’s see if it lights a fire under the kid.
Really impressed that Greene is pushing for a starting position already. Good to see some competition at a position that has really been lacking. Keep up the hard work guys, and this season could be a good one.
Go Jackets!!!
Hayseed Dixie
August 24th, 2011
10:58 am
Hey DawgInLex,
Did you just have a recent bereavement in your family? Or am I thinking of another poster?
Rduck
August 24th, 2011
10:59 am
Amen Supersize…
Ignorant ? S**t Brains? Really!
August 24th, 2011
11:02 am
I thought you were on the side of not calling folks names!
Pot to Kettle you need a life.
Do you have a job? If so how do you keep it?
Out of curiosity I counted your post on a single thread last week – nearly 50 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM – you really need a life son.
1Jacket7
August 24th, 2011
11:03 am
This has been the challenge of our Boys on the Flats. They need to understand that 99.5% won’t due. To be good it takes 110% to be great it takes 110% everyday.
Rduck
August 24th, 2011
11:03 am
And before I forget… Congrats David Sims on your hard work and dedication paying off. The kid is tough as nails and could have easily just wallowed in his sorrows when taken out of the QB race and started out 4th string BB. Just shows the kid’s will and work ethic to get on the field. Great job Sims! Keep it up and can’t wait to be there Sept.1st to see you in action!
110 % ?
August 24th, 2011
11:12 am
How does one accomplish 110 % effort? Techies – good grief.
WnE
August 24th, 2011
11:14 am
Perkins’ lack of separation from Lyons & Sims is going to hurt GT FB in the W-L column.
Perkins was supposed to the “next Dwyer” for GT FB, especially since the B-Back is at the center of our Offense.
I posted these comments a few days back, and now after reading Coach Kung Fu Panda’s Comments, I feel I was correct in my assessment.
Just because Sims is beating out Perkins, that doesn’t mean that he is of the same ilk as Dwyer and to a lesser extent A. Allen.
With no proven WR (like Bey Bey) and any step back at the B-Back position, it will be hard to improve on last yrs. record, even with NCAA turmoil at UNC and Miami.
Here are my Nostradamic Comments from a few days ago:
______________________________________________________
WnE
August 20th, 2011
2:19 pm
GT’s running game is in serious trouble if Perkins cannot distance himself from Preston Lyons, III and David Sims a former QB that has been playing B-Back for 4+ months.
Perkins was supposed to be “our next Dwyer”, since he’s NOT(at least not YET), then we go into this season with no “NFL-Caliber-guy” at B-back, something we have relied on for the last 3 seasons.
This decrease in talent at an important position like B-Back will definitely show up in the W-L Column, not to mention we return the fewest #s of starters of all teams in the ACC, we only have 11-starters back form last season.
The only thing that can save our season is a weak crappy ACC, a weak crappy OOC Schedule, and NCAA-turmoil at UNC and Miami.
It looks like Coach Kung Fu Panda might get bailed out by good fortune rather than his own ability to coach this team up.
DawginLex
August 24th, 2011
11:14 am
Yeah we did, on my wife’s side. thanks
ASL from 50's
August 24th, 2011
11:17 am
I’m confidence we can win 8-9 games with our talent and Johnson’s system. In order to do that we must not lead the nation in fumbles. We gave up 57 points on fumbles, how many more games would we have won last year?
I thinks we will see big difference in effort this year.
Hayseed Dixie
August 24th, 2011
11:21 am
DawginLex- sorry, that’s always difficult.
I think CPJ is just keeping Vad Lee’s feet on the ground. If you don’t have any mountain to climb, you’re not gonna bring your A-game.
If Tevin ends up being any good, it’s a win/win.
Either way, like any system on the planet, it comes down to our O-line. If they can get their blocks and create the edge, that’ll mean longer possessions.
Longer possessions equals fresh legs on the D. Fresh legs on the D means consistent pass rush. I could go on.
100% Question
August 24th, 2011
11:26 am
Answer: When your body is telling you that it can’t give any more, your mind and heart overcome and push just a little harder.
NYC Jacket
August 24th, 2011
11:43 am
Come on Perkins. You’re in college now. Time to step up the effort level.
T3
August 24th, 2011
11:43 am
WnE:
Just STHU.
Youre so F-O-S, and clearly dont know what the Hell youre talking about.
Besides, why do you even freakin care ????
1Jacket7
August 24th, 2011
11:52 am
@110%? Reach as far as you can above your head. Way up there. Ok, now pretend there is a $100 bill just above your fingertips. Stretch to get it. Now. 100% was suppose to be you reaching as far as you can the first time. The extra 10% was you stretching and getting that $100. You always have a little more than you think you do. Sometimes your best is not good enough and you have to get better.
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
12:03 pm
good answer, 1Jacket7
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
12:06 pm
Not that he deserves any kind of explanation, but to the ignorant troll, I am comfortably retired and I don’t have to work anymore. When I don’t have anything better to do, I log in here to get info on the Jackets and an occasional laugh from fools like you
juvenal
August 24th, 2011
12:12 pm
he’s right, Super, we should avoid name-calling, &, besides, maybe that’s exactly what he has for brains, in which case you may be in violation of that Americans with disabilities act…..
WnE
August 24th, 2011
12:20 pm
I guess the Recruiting Services are parroting Dennis Green in their assessment of Perkins:
“He is what we thought he was……………..and we let him off the hook”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYKIcnj1MJY
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
12:29 pm
LOL @ juvenal
techfan
August 24th, 2011
12:40 pm
The August 18th blog has Paul Johnson praising Perkins for turning up the jets and how the B-Back competition is bringing out the best in him. This blog has Paul Johnson saying that basically he isn’t working hard enough. It’s not hard to see that CPJ thinks Perkins has what it takes and is trying to push him a little harder. Either that or Perkins did something to tick CPJ off recently.
juvenal
August 24th, 2011
12:41 pm
& you know what the Lord said about calling folks fools, wind up where we sing about ‘em going….geologists found a new faultline near d.c., they named it obama’s fault……
Gorilla Biscuit
August 24th, 2011
12:41 pm
Mayday! Mayday! We’re going down!
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
12:44 pm
lol again, juvenal I got to remember that one
gt4ever
August 24th, 2011
12:57 pm
We have Western Carolina, Middle Tenn St, and then a pitiful Kansas team….. You can sound the alert after these three absurd games…. We should be 3 and 0, but crazier things have happened…
Go Jackets, It’s almost football time!
ToeMeetsLeather
August 24th, 2011
1:05 pm
The best news in this Blog, Jeff Greene paired up with a more mature & focused Stephen Hill. Safeties start cheating up, look out deep ball and A-Back over the middle. You can’t cover them all.
The worst news, “The kicking positions have not been determined”. That’s not good!
To the dawgnuts
August 24th, 2011
1:11 pm
desire, hard work and drive will get you through hard times better than swagger. we’ll take the drive and desire, ugag can keep the swagger…it hasn’t done a thing for you…we’ll see what the desire does for GT this year.
reebok
August 24th, 2011
1:14 pm
DawginLex, you are always classy on these blogs. sorry for your loss. Good luck against Boise State.
reebok
August 24th, 2011
1:15 pm
Sounds to me like Coach PJ was trying to get under Perkins’ skin a little.
fan of shorter passes
August 24th, 2011
1:16 pm
Glad to hear Tech actually has more than one receiver.
100%…from a purely mathematical viewpoint, impossible to give over 100%.
Most engineers believe in math.
http://gaetan.chapoteau.com/downloads/Mathematical_Viewpoint.htm
spider
August 24th, 2011
1:23 pm
be carefull going out to BYU in a couple of years GT..they are big time cheaters on the field, it amazes me how much the NCAA worries about off the field cheating then lets BYU get away with cheating on the field at end of a game that clearly changed the outcome of the game.
Gorilla Biscuit
August 24th, 2011
1:33 pm
Really big trouble on the flats. Life support!
wolfpack
August 24th, 2011
1:51 pm
wne is unemployed
its why he such a miserable cuss
gtfanfrom1951
August 24th, 2011
2:15 pm
Charles you can either prove the coach wrong or you can give up like Washie did! Its up to you but I would fight with all my being to show him how wrong he is!
gt4ever
August 24th, 2011
2:18 pm
No wolfpack, wne is a UGA fan,,,, that’s why he is so miserable….
Stinger 2
August 24th, 2011
2:36 pm
I like (everyone who responded about the comment CPJ made about Perkins) do not know the reason it was made. However, if were a player and CPJ was my head coach, such a comment would certainly get my attention. Lets hope Perkins responds in a positive way. Hopefully he has already gone to CPJ and now knows what is expected of him. Otherwise he may need to do what Jaybo Shaw did and apply at Georgia Southern.
USC fan
August 24th, 2011
2:54 pm
UGA < MARCUS LATTIMORE……just saying
BigTimeTechFan
August 24th, 2011
3:11 pm
Preston Lyons > Marcus Lattimore
David Sims > Marcus Lattimore
Charles Perkins > Marcus Lattimore
And I hear UGA has some freshmen RB, Think is name Iaiah GoWell that may be better then Lattimore, Must UGA fans are saying he’s even better than Herschel Walker
BigTimeTechFan
August 24th, 2011
3:12 pm
Must = Most
JM
August 24th, 2011
3:47 pm
Go Jackets! can’t wait, just 8 days until kick-off. I am glad the players are pushing each other to get better. Ball control is the key to victory.
GT9
August 24th, 2011
5:08 pm
The first time that I saw David Sims walk on to Grant Field, I thought he was a linebacker. He was a freshman and I didn’t recognize his number. Thick legs, chest, big arms … muscle on top of muscle.
Whether at quarterback or B-back, he plays hard every down. I have been a fan of his since day one.
The fact that this football player accepted the challenge of a position change, and worked so hard that he became number one at that position (for a coach who does not play favorites), bodes well for the state of the running game, not to mention the character of the individual.
Of course, all of my words are meaningless. We’ll see what happens in eight days.
GO JACKETS!!
Noles own you
August 24th, 2011
5:31 pm
I have never seen a worse program in my life. It is almost as though the bugs are cursed, but then I am remind about the football Gods’ sense of humor every time I have the misfortune of speaking with a cheat fan
Americus Jacket
August 24th, 2011
5:48 pm
Am I the only one who is not worried about any of the RB positions? And is it just me who thinks Johnson’s “tweek” of Perkins just a method to light a little fire under him? I think the healthy competition at B-back is a plus for GT, and I think there are plenty of A-backs ready to step it up if the starters don’t perform. I’d be much more nervous if I was a UGA fan when my only 2 legitimate tailbacks — one who converted from linebacker — were both sitting on the sidelines during spring practice at one time or another.
I am worried about the offensive line. Having to move our decorated freshman guard to tackle instead of using one of the back-ups is not good news IMHO. And based on the last few seasons, I am always concerned about our defense. For some reason, I think both will be fine, and I just cannot wait for the season to start.
Tech75
August 24th, 2011
6:11 pm
Just like every year under CPJ, as the QB goes, so goes the offense. I do have hopes that a few passes early will loosen up the defenses so that we’re not playing against 9-man lines.
We HAVE to get the center-QB exchange and the “mesh” clicking. I know it’s a bang-bang thing, but after a several thousand reps I would think you could get it right.
I’m not sure if it’s just my perception, but last year I thought the timing was too slow on the “mesh” – it took too long to read keys and decide whether to stick or pull the ball. Maybe the d-line defenders and LBs have figured out how to delay the QB’s recognition process as well, which probably throws off the timing of the whole play?
I am encouraged about the D. AG does not seem to blow a lot of smoke, and he’s trying to keep expectations under control, but he sounds somewhat optimistic.
Ramblin Man
August 24th, 2011
6:50 pm
After thinking about it I bet we will see a 50/50 split the first two games between Perkins and Sims. If one distances themselves then so be it, but if both are potentiol home run guys I have no problem being able to rotate and keep fresh legs on the field. ONE MORE WEEK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
230gr Full Metal Jacket
August 24th, 2011
7:05 pm
Perkins will be fine and very likely will be the starter by the time Tech hits the meat of their schedule. CPJ is just using a little motivational psychology there, otherwise he would have never made that comment to a reporter, knowing it would be published.
As to the defense, I think they may really shock some people this year (I believe UGA’s will also). Tech has lots of QUALITY depth at LB and the defensive back positions. If they can add a good MEAN noseguard/tackle to stop up the middle of the line they will be able to shut most offenses running game down. We have players with the size and temperment required, but conditioning always seems to be an issue with the big guys.
Offensively, Tech is LOADED at every position except on the line. They have a VERY quality group of starters there, but not much depth. As long as they don’t hit a rash of injuries they should be ok. Regardless though, I must admit that the depth on the O-line is still better than we have had in the past few years. There is a definite pattern to CPJ’s recruiting and we are just now begining to see the first hints of where he is steering the program — and it’s VERY positive in my opinion. Tech has depth at most positions now that they could have only dreamed about 4 years ago. Those who want to constantly bash CPJ’s recruiting need to take a reality break! He is recruiting WAY better than Gailey did on average (and I don’t give a rat’s rear about how recruiting classes are ranked. Those rankings are just as irrelevant (and innaccurate) as pre-season polls) and is also recruiting better than O’Leary, Lewis, or possibly even Ross did. This season won’t tell the story on his recruiting, but the next 3 or 4 will, and people had better look out for what Tech will bring to the field the next few seasons. But this year will probably be a 8 or 9 win season (although there is not a single game on this years schedule that Tech can’t win). The next 3 years after that though, I fully expect double-digits in the W-column and at least 1 BCS-bowl appearance
What’s interesting is, I have almost identical expectations regarding UGA’s football program, so Novembers could be quite interesting over the next few years. And no, I don’t think CMR is going anywhere any time soon, which is fine with me. Trolls can post “9-1″ all they want, but in reality the series is at 2-1 with the current coaches and I have the utmost confidence that it will be 2-2 at the end of November, which would suddenly put a lot of spark back in the rivalry.
Enough armchair quarterbacking — Let the season begin!!!!!!!!
Delbert D.
August 24th, 2011
7:27 pm
An any system, a design limit can be exceeded.
Tech Guy
August 24th, 2011
7:35 pm
With Tech’s soft schedule, it would be bad to not win 8 games
FullMetalJacket
August 24th, 2011
8:50 pm
If they play hard they will be more competitive this year than last. Go Jackets!
Macon Jacket
August 24th, 2011
9:22 pm
Sick and tired of this fluff.
We’re in BIG TROUBLE.
NO ATHLETES!!!
This year will be as abysmal as the pre-season polls.
Paul Johnson cannot recruit!!!!
FIRE CPJ NOW!!!!
Macon Jacket
August 24th, 2011
9:36 pm
FIRE CPJ!
FIRE CPJ!
FIRE Paul Johnson, now!!!
Bring back Chan! Chan! Chan!
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
10:04 pm
Move to Buffalo if you want Chan.
Stumpknocker
August 24th, 2011
10:14 pm
Macon Jacket, go back to the dawgs where you belong.
BYRDDAWG
August 24th, 2011
10:39 pm
macon bacon & exactly how many ACC titles did Chan get ya?? What up Super?
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
10:42 pm
Hey, BYRD. Not much going on here……and less on this blog right now. lol
BYRDDAWG
August 24th, 2011
10:46 pm
Can’t wait to get it started!!!! I’d say it’s good we both have the openers we do….We needed an opponent that caused us to focus over the summer & you guys need to sort out your QBs!
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
10:48 pm
we need to sort out several other things too. I don’t like those division 2 games, but I guess this year it IS a plus for us. Certainly better for us to be playing WC than Notre Dame. But I’m ready for it. Can’t wait till next Thursday.
BYRDDAWG
August 24th, 2011
10:50 pm
I saw your basketball schedule came out too…Ticks me off that they play our game on Wed EVERY yr!!!!
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
10:52 pm
I don’t remember it being on a Wed the last time I went, but that’s been 2 years; my memory is fading fast. lol
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
10:52 pm
remind me where you are, BYRD
BYRDDAWG
August 24th, 2011
10:54 pm
Good luck next thurs…..Wish I could hear Al calling the game! I miss him & Munson…..Gettin old brother!
BYRDDAWG
August 24th, 2011
10:55 pm
Gainesville
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
10:57 pm
never liked Munson at all. But when I was a kid and Ed Thellinius did the Georgia games, I loved listening to him. I also miss Al, but he drove me crazy at times. I thought he was better at basketball than at football, but he is definitely a part of Tech lore. I also remember Jack Hurst doing the Tech games when I was a kid, and he had an awesome voice
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
11:00 pm
ahh, cool. I have a cousin in Gainesville. Of course, he grew up here in Augusta, but he’s been in Gainesville for probably 35 years
BYRDDAWG
August 24th, 2011
11:00 pm
Callin it a night Super…..catch ya later my friend
Supersize that order, mutt
August 24th, 2011
11:03 pm
later, BYRD
GT Fan
August 25th, 2011
12:10 am
As the schedule stands now, and knowing what all of GT’s opponents have coming back from last season, there is NO team on the schedule that I look at and think “GT’s got their work cut-out for them” vs that team.
Now as the season progresses there just might be a few teams I may have to reevaluate and place in the the aforementioned category.
Sure hope not, but I’m sure it’s going to happen. I hope one of them isn’t DUMBO & the Purple Tigers of SC!
GTFan478
August 25th, 2011
12:19 am
Agreed GT Fan. There is a lot of talent in Clempsum, but I still don’t think they have the right coach. Hope the rumors aren’t true about Urban Myer going to CU.
GT Fan
August 25th, 2011
12:31 am
Hey 478 …
Urban does like ORANGE (Bolling Green, UF, Clemson???) … And Utah is RED.
He’s still a sissy though!
GT Fan
August 25th, 2011
12:35 am
Kansas … don’t know what to think. TG should have them better in his 2nd season.
Didn’t see last year’s game, but what I read looked like GT blew it.
KU starts with McNeese St & N. ILL, both night games (like GT’s first 2).
Who’ll be ready for the heat & humidity come 12:30pm on Sept 17th? (It’ll be 11:30am for KU boys!)
GTFan478
August 25th, 2011
12:48 am
Better be glad you didn’t watch it. Not gonna lie, I was embarrassed to call myself a Tech fan. Only good part about that game was seeing Nesbit hurt a KU player. Don’t get me wrong, not a fan of opposing team players getting hurt, but watching him get hit I honestly thought he was hurt. I had to laugh when he got up running his mouth to the kid until he didn’t get up and I realized the kid wasn’t moving. And thanks for the laugh about Meyer, but I love his offense.
Big Ol Stinger
August 25th, 2011
6:44 am
I grew up around Lawrence, Ks. There’s little or no difference in summer weather between Atlanta and there. Atlanta heat and humidity will not be a factor for KU.
You’re right 478, that game was embarrassing last year.
Paddy
August 25th, 2011
6:45 am
Relax! Perkins will play alot. CPJ is trying to eliminate that lack of effort he saw in last years team. Believe CPJ is about to coach harder than he has ever had to do in his career. This team may surprise but don’t think they can win the ACC.
CHOP BLOCK U!!!!
August 25th, 2011
7:48 am
How many chop blocks will your dirty, thuggish, cheating, lazy O-line commit this year?!?!?!
RamblinWreck93
August 25th, 2011
1:10 pm
For all of you who are hating on Sims, you obviously didn’t see him play at all last season. Wow, he is a load to take down as is, but he runs like a man on a mission, willing himself to keep his feet on the ground. He’s got all of the physical skills to be successful in this system. He’s not as fast as Dwyer, but he’s stronger. He’s not as strong as Nesbitt, but he’s faster and more elusive. I doubt you’ll see Perkins out on the field much. Not because he’s lazy or untalented, but because David Sims will be just that good. Don’t be surprised to see 1,500 yards out of him this season, and don’t be surprised to see him in an NFL uniform in a couple of years.