Addressing the Youth Questions

[Harrison Wier]

Many have gone back to Vance Bedford's stubbornness about not wanting to play freshman/sophomores throughout his career. Some agree with this tactic, while most disagree with it. For those that want to see more freshman on the field, I present to you Phil Steele's "inexperience FPI." Before the season, Steele ran this study and determined that Ohio State was the youngest and most inexperienced team in the country. Ironically, how many of the players on Ohio State's offense that scored against Oklahoma do you think were underclassmen? All of them. 

It's not about youth. It's about coaching those young players and putting them in the position to succeed. It's time to let the freshman loose. Yes, there will be growing pains. However, they are the most talented group Texas has had in a long time. I expect that Charlie Strong feels the same way. Look to see more young guys out on the field against Oklahoma State. They lack experience, but they don't lack confidence and the ability to make things happen. 

 

[longhorn_mig]

 

[Royal 60]

Youth. =. Excuse

 

[Sirhornsalot]

Bedford started two freshmen corners last year. Turned out okay.

Turn those puppies loose!

 

[tejasrulz]

 

[Danny Hale]

I do not understand this staff not playing the most talented players because they MIGHT make mistakes while playing older players who know where to line up correctly but are unable to get into position to make plays. playing Haines and Hall together just invites offenses to attack thru the air.