a couple of somewhat encouraging notes

[Eagledom]

Spaz on the lack of a pass rush:

“It’s a combination of things,” Spaziani said. “We had some pressure on him, but I think we’ve got to take a look at how we’re doing it, who’s where, get a little better feel for certain things. Once again, I attribute a lot of it to competition, too. Riley is a pretty clever little guy, and he was able to step up and see some things. But obviously, there’s too much time back there for anybody, so we have to address it. It’s not a new problem, we just didn’t manage it well on Saturday and we have to do a better job.” . . .

Maybe we'll see some different looks and adjustments to get more pressure against FSU. At least it doesn't seem like he's going to ignore the problem. Also, he wasn't directly quoted but the Herald article seemed to indicate that Spaz might still use Tuggle against a more athletic defense.

[BCEagle74]

Spaz on the lack of a pass rush:

“It’s a combination of things,” Spaziani said. “We had some pressure on him, but I think we’ve got to take a look at how we’re doing it, who’s where, get a little better feel for certain things. Once again, I attribute a lot of it to competition, too. Riley is a pretty clever little guy, and he was able to step up and see some things. But obviously, there’s too much time back there for anybody, so we have to address it. It’s not a new problem, we just didn’t manage it well on Saturday and we have to do a better job.” . . .

Maybe we'll see some different looks and adjustments to get more pressure against FSU. At least it doesn't seem like he's going to ignore the problem. Also, he wasn't directly quoted but the Herald article seemed to indicate that Spaz might still use Tuggle against a more athletic defense.

Finally after what 12+ years at BC, Spaz has clearly and crisply stated what we all have been saying.

After 6.588 shots at Spaz. I bow down to his honesty, and sharp analysis. I mean he hit it perfectly!

That was beautiful Spaz. You made me proud to be a Native American Indian.

Now, like I said, blitzing is a learned art and a timing instinct thing so my suggestion would be to turn the 2 freshman loose, but since you have made this comment, I have renewed faith.

WOW, was that a breath of fresh air.

Maybe the second miracle fumble by WF after the Navy Bowl game has given Spaz a bolt of brilliance.

I am changing my score pick.

[Endless Mike]

Riley is a pretty clever little guy,

Little? He must have seen TRE's picture.

[EagleNYC]

Spaz on the lack of a pass rush:

“It’s a combination of things,” Spaziani said. “We had some pressure on him, but I think we’ve got to take a look at how we’re doing it, who’s where, get a little better feel for certain things. Once again, I attribute a lot of it to competition, too. Riley is a pretty clever little guy, and he was able to step up and see some things. But obviously, there’s too much time back there for anybody, so we have to address it. It’s not a new problem, we just didn’t manage it well on Saturday and we have to do a better job.” . . .

Maybe we'll see some different looks and adjustments to get more pressure against FSU. At least it doesn't seem like he's going to ignore the problem. Also, he wasn't directly quoted but the Herald article seemed to indicate that Spaz might still use Tuggle against a more athletic defense.

I vote for more safety blitzes, esp. w/Noel- a great talent.

[claver2010]

Probably the lankiest safety I've seen. He looks like he's 6'4" 150.

[MilitantEagle]

Our defensive line is depressing. You can't make a chicken salad out of this group.

[EagleNYC]

Our defensive line is depressing. You can't make a chicken salad out of this group.

I'll give Albright some credit. He's played the best of the bunch and forced a fumble. What gives with Holloway? He's turning into a perpetual spring game/fall scrimmage all-star. Didn't Allen Smith always get a few sacks in those games too?

[Prof. Andrew Buni]

When someone is sacked during the months of April or May...they are actually not 'sacked'.

The favored way to say it is ..." the quarterback was just Ledbettered ".

[innocentbystander]

Albright is good. He will have at least one sack vs Ponder on Saturday afternoon.

Giles is still adjusting to defensive tackle after playing DE for 3 years. They will be just fine.

[twballgame9]

Spaz on the lack of a pass rush:

“It’s a combination of things,” Spaziani said. “We had some pressure on him, but I think we’ve got to take a look at how we’re doing it, who’s where, get a little better feel for certain things. Once again, I attribute a lot of it to competition, too. Riley is a pretty clever little guy, and he was able to step up and see some things. But obviously, there’s too much time back there for anybody, so we have to address it. It’s not a new problem, we just didn’t manage it well on Saturday and we have to do a better job.” . . .

Maybe we'll see some different looks and adjustments to get more pressure against FSU. At least it doesn't seem like he's going to ignore the problem. Also, he wasn't directly quoted but the Herald article seemed to indicate that Spaz might still use Tuggle against a more athletic defense.

I wrote after the game that the coaching staff will show me a ton of things if they use a Tuggle package SOLELY in the spread option this weekend. And FSU fan worth his salt will tell you that Mickey Andrews simply has no idea how to stop the spread option. I would think about Tuggle in 10-15 plays in the first half - see if you can recreate that sick drive on the third or fourth possession of the game. And if we get up a TD late in the third into the fourth, use Tuggle and Harris/Haden to kill the clock.

[b0mberMan]

Spaz on the lack of a pass rush:

“It’s a combination of things,” Spaziani said. “We had some pressure on him, but I think we’ve got to take a look at how we’re doing it, who’s where, get a little better feel for certain things. Once again, I attribute a lot of it to competition, too. Riley is a pretty clever little guy, and he was able to step up and see some things. But obviously, there’s too much time back there for anybody, so we have to address it. It’s not a new problem, we just didn’t manage it well on Saturday and we have to do a better job.” . . .

Maybe we'll see some different looks and adjustments to get more pressure against FSU. At least it doesn't seem like he's going to ignore the problem. Also, he wasn't directly quoted but the Herald article seemed to indicate that Spaz might still use Tuggle against a more athletic defense.

I wrote after the game that the coaching staff will show me a ton of things if they use a Tuggle package SOLELY in the spread option this weekend. And FSU fan worth his salt will tell you that Mickey Andrews simply has no idea how to stop the spread option. I would think about Tuggle in 10-15 plays in the first half - see if you can recreate that sick drive on the third or fourth possession of the game. And if we get up a TD late in the third into the fourth, use Tuggle and Harris/Haden to kill the clock.

Not to mention FSU blogs and boards are still bitching about the clinic Crane and Harris and the line put on to end the game last year. One play called 12 times and they couldn't do shit

[gallopingghost]

Blitz Le Grande, he's wicked fast.