5 Thoughts Following Texas/USC

[oldhorn2]

Idk, kinda reminds me of the Applewhite/Sims "controversy" where Mack was pretty much spineless and refused to make a decision and played them both.  Mack was actually able to save face a bit when Major got injured and allowed Sims to takeover.  And, of course, we missed a shot at the Natty because of it...

I rarely run accross a post that I agree with damned near word for word, but this is one of them.

 

[Embrey]

Idk, kinda reminds me of the Applewhite/Sims "controversy" where Mack was pretty much spineless and refused to make a decision and played them both.  Mack was actually able to save face a bit when Major got injured and allowed Sims to takeover.  And, of course, we missed a shot at the Natty because of it...

Except Coach TH won't be spineless.

Excellent post Dbut82

 

[RickyFlair]

Except Coach TH won't be spineless.

Excellent post Dbut82

Yep. I think Herman is satisfied with the number of friends he has currently and doesn't really care if he makes anymore.

 

[83Dee]

Idk, kinda reminds me of the Applewhite/Sims "controversy" where Mack was pretty much spineless and refused to make a decision and played them both.  Mack was actually able to save face a bit when Major got injured and allowed Sims to takeover.  And, of course, we missed a shot at the Natty because of it...

Add to the equation (again just speculation) that it would be bad.... really bad if one of them decided to transfer.  We need to get out of this True Freshman playing at QB cycle!  I don't see Herman as spineless by any means, but this may be weighing on his actions / words. 

 

[Sirhornsalot]

I'm certainly interested in seeing Shane back out there, asap. I want to see what happens. I want to be wrong on what I've said about this.

 

[North Texas Golfer]

Sorry if I missed this somewhere, but does anyone know why Kris Boyd was suspended for the 1st quarter of the USC game?

 

[DBut82]

Sorry if I missed this somewhere, but does anyone know why Kris Boyd was suspended for the 1st quarter of the USC game?

I believe "violation of team rules" was the reason given

 

[Embrey]

I'm certainly interested in seeing Shane back out there, asap. I want to see what happens. I want to be wrong on what I've said about this.

Damn you man.  Right when I thought you might finally bloom into the rabble rouser I have always assumed you were you go and take the diplomatic approach.  Fight fair will you?

 

[Embrey]

One thing that seems apparent to me.  After Sam's showing last Saturday I have seen zero mention of starting #13.

 

[Embrey]

I saw on a thread that with Shane at the helm versus USC the Horns would have handily defeated the Trojans because of his perfect spiral and clairvoyance and all that.  Just imagine if Shane had played against Maryland.  The Horns would be 3-0.

oh wait...

 

[DMAC]

We are all judging Shane on 1 game.  In that game the defense and OL was garbage.  Shane is listed #7 all time for single season passing yards as a true frosh.  I like Sam long term but hes a true freshman made some critical mistakes but I like his moxie.  He did give us the lead with 35 secs left.  Cant discount that at all.  3 weeks ago was about the time we heard Shane was out for 3 weeks.  Herman likes to hold his starting QB close to the vest.  I am betting Shane starts next week but either is fine with me.  

Just win and FFS run the ball and play that killer defense we saw vs USC and we will run the BIG 12

 

[RickyFlair]

Sorry if I missed this somewhere, but does anyone know why Kris Boyd was suspended for the 1st quarter of the USC game?

That explains why he didn't get burned in the secondary until late in the game  

 

[RickyFlair]

I'm certainly interested in seeing Shane back out there, asap. I want to see what happens. I want to be wrong on what I've said about this.

 

[Sirhornsalot]

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The only way one can know if they're right or wrong, in this case on how the offense runs and how the team responds, is to put it to the test. I think we're a different team with Sam in there as opposed to Shane. It has to do with moxie, personality, etc. Sam attacks the job. Shane seems to try to survive it. I've just noticed. Maybe I'm wrong.

I feel like the plays develop way too slowly when Shane is in there. Its almost at HS speed. I get the impression when Shane passes, certain things have to be in alignment for success to happen. Perfect route, protection, etc.,

Only way to know is put Shane out there and see what happens. 

 

[RickyFlair]

The only way one can know if they're right or wrong, in this case on how the offense runs and how the team responds, is to put it to the test. I think we're a different team with Sam in there as opposed to Shane. It has to do with moxie, personality, etc. Sam attacks the job. Shane seems to try to survive it. I've just noticed. Maybe I'm wrong.

I feel like the plays develop way too slowly when Shane is in there. Its almost at HS speed. I get the impression when Shane passes, certain things have to be in alignment for success to happen. Perfect route, protection, etc.,

Only way to know is put Shane out there and see what happens. 

I wasn't actually confused, just a bit of humor.

I do agree with putting it to the test. I'm afraid Iowa State could be a false positive regardless of who plays.

 

[Sirhornsalot]

I wasn't actually confused, just a bit of humor.

I do agree with putting it to the test. I'm afraid Iowa State could be a false positive regardless of who plays.

They will certainly look like USC when they take the field, but they won't play like them. lol

I've watched Iowa State a little. They aren't bad. And we obviously provide them with a lot of motivation while historically, we don't get up for this game. I hope thats not in play this year. But they aren't a bad team.

 

[dillohorn]

Hopefully ISU doesn't pitch another shutout.

 

[RickyFlair]

I want us to be NC contenders but this year I would settle for beating teams soundly that we should beat. I am cautiously optimistic after the San Jose State game.

 

[DBut82]

The only way one can know if they're right or wrong, in this case on how the offense runs and how the team responds, is to put it to the test. I think we're a different team with Sam in there as opposed to Shane. It has to do with moxie, personality, etc. Sam attacks the job. Shane seems to try to survive it. I've just noticed. Maybe I'm wrong.

I feel like the plays develop way too slowly when Shane is in there. Its almost at HS speed. I get the impression when Shane passes, certain things have to be in alignment for success to happen. Perfect route, protection, etc.,

Only way to know is put Shane out there and see what happens. 

I don't know if he just tries "to survive it" but I get what you're saying.  To this day, offensive players, hell every player on the national championship team still say "we always knew we would would win because we had VY".  Of course Vince's skills were otherworldly, but a lot of that had to do with the intangibles he brought along as well.  His swag or moxie, his ability to keep the team loose.  His leadership.  We seem to see more of those traits in Sam as opposed to Shane.  That's not to say Shane isn't talented or even a leader.  He and Sam just approach the position in a different way.

 

[Embrey]

We are all judging Shane on 1 game.  In that game the defense and OL was garbage.  Shane is listed #7 all time for single season passing yards as a true frosh.  I like Sam long term but hes a true freshman made some critical mistakes but I like his moxie.  He did give us the lead with 35 secs left.  Cant discount that at all.  3 weeks ago was about the time we hard Shane was out for 3 weeks.  Herman likes to hold his starting QB close to the vest.  I am betting Shane starts next week but either is fine with me.  

Just win and FFS run the ball and play that killer defense we saw vs USC and we will run the BIG 12

I am judging Shane on 13 games (5-8).

Everyone seems so scared of a QB controversy.  Like it might hurt the team's mojo.  Get this straight, this is a losing team full of kids that do not know how to win at this level.  This team has zero mojo.