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Discussion in 'The Tiger's Den' started by RedElephants, Oct 29, 2008.

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saltyone So Mote It Be

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RedElephants said: ↑

Just here to talk football man...

I will be gone after our game.
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Come on Red...don't be that way. You're welcome here. Just make sure you visit us the day after so we can rub your loss in a little.

saltyone, Oct 29, 2008

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KyleK Who, me? Staff Member

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Just thought that I would drop in just for the 2 weeks that we both look forward to our game with each other. I'm here to talk football, and not stir up any pot. I'm sure that I wont recieve the warmest welcome but here goes nothing.......

When LSU has the ball

Definitely some playmakers on offense. Although the QB play has been somewhat shaky lately, Lee will have a good warm up game against Tulane to gain some confidence. Holliday is just a damn good player and can pretty much do anything with a major in running fast. When he is in the game, you have to be alert and you can NOT miss an assignment.

Scott is a downhill runner with good speed. Doesn't shy away from contact and is an all around good runner. The recievers are better than decent but I wouldn't say good. Definitely some talent there but seems to be a few drops on the year especially in tough situations. LaFell is definitely the favorite.

The offensive line is physical and big. Mean and strong. They will need to create holes and get a good push to knock the Alabama line off the ball to open up holes for Scott and Williams to run though. LSU is going to HAVE to have success running to open up the passing game. There will be a lot of pressure on Lee obviously in passing downs.

Alabama's defense is obviously very physical also. I'm going to venture to say that Cody will be back but even if he is not, Chapman (who is the strongest player on the team) is more than capable of getting a push but he is still young. Zo Washington will also play some NG but his natural position is at end. There may be some problems created there but holding UT to 36 yards rushing (even if they suck) was a confidence builder for the line.

The linebackers are very very good...but also young with true freshman Hightower in there. You could also say that sophomore Rolando McClain is young, but it seems as if he's a veteran since he started and was calling the defensive plays as a true frosh.

The secondary is where you are going to get us. Not very experienced exept for Rashad Johnson. Woodall has done a great job back there this year however.

When Alabama has the ball

Will the real John Parker, please stand up? Obviously, this game falls on how he will be able to handle the blitz and the pressure from the front line of LSU....and the _______ package (slips my mind now but when you guys have 4 DE's in there).

The running game that we have with Coffee, Ingram, and more recently Upchurch will keep the LSU secondary and backers aware. Will JPW be able to see this and hit Julio or Maze in stride for a big play, or will he even have time? The Alabama offensive line is obviously great run blockers with Andre Smith and Antonie Caldwell leading he way...but their pass defense has been a little iffy at times.

With all the hype around Julio, how will he respond to his first ever trip to play in TS? He's big and physical and has great hands, but will he play like an upperclassmen, or will he play like a true freshman?

Obviously, the LSU Dline is big and nasty. They are fast also. They will definitely be licking their chops hoping to create another JPW to the ground vid on youtube. Thank God Landry is gone...

The LSU secondary has been weak. This isn't a flame at all, I just think that if they create a TO early, or make JPW throw a few incompletions early, this may help their confidence. Also, at LB, you guys have a leader in Beckwith and it really helps that he's back and healthy.

As far as special teams go, both have electric return men in Arenas and Holliday. Both have good kickers. I would venture to say that the punting is about even also.

It will be my first trip to Baton Rouge also. I'm really excited about some real cajun food and hope that we can keep the dream alive for a perfect season and to clinch the west. Hope that both teams come out of this week injury free so we can have one hell of a ball game.

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Maybe the tide players won't pay attention to the details and will keep making the same mistake all night. :thumb:

KyleK, Oct 29, 2008

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saltyone said: ↑

Come on Red...don't be that way. You're welcome here. Just make sure you visit us the day after so we can rub your loss in a little.
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I have waited until our time to play. Haven't been here gloating about Bama's success this year nor have I been here to flame on you guys during your rebuilding period.

RedElephants, Oct 29, 2008

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LSUGradin99 I Bleedeth Purple 'N Gold

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RedElephants said: ↑

I have waited until our time to play. Haven't been here gloating about Bama's success this year nor have I been here to flame on you guys during your rebuilding period.
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Good! We can definitely do without your flaming attitude around here.

LSUGradin99, Oct 29, 2008

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LSUGradin99 I Bleedeth Purple 'N Gold

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saltyone said: ↑

What the hell are you doing grad?

At least let TK vote on it. :hihi:
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ok ok ok, we can vote

LSUGradin99, Oct 29, 2008

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TigerSnarl Air Conditioned Gypsy

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This thread title made me laugh since bama has been 'back' for short periods of the last 10 seasons. Maybe your subconcious coming out RE?:wave:

TigerSnarl, Oct 30, 2008

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C'mon guys. I know some of you think he sucks but if he wants to come to Tiger Stadium he shouldn't have to sneak in through the back door. I will be there offer aid should he need it. As the Flintstone theme song says "Let's have a gay ole time".

SabanFan, Oct 30, 2008

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HatcherTiger Freedom Isn't Free

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"Let's have a gay ole time".
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Lets don't and say we didn't. Not that there's anything wrong with that. :lol:

HatcherTiger, Oct 30, 2008

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This thread title made me laugh since bama has been 'back' for short periods of the last 10 seasons. Maybe your subconcious coming out RE?:wave:
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Although I am somewhat surprised with the results this year, what was a great schedule has turned out to be a letdown. Sure, Clemson is down but the buildup for that game paired with the whole nation not giving Alabama a chance really set the tone for the season and gave the players loads of confidence.

Everyone seems to be down this year and we're taking advantage of it. Also, it's not like we are doing it with upperclassmen at only 11 seniors and playing 10 true freshmen.

I'm not expecting to with the MNC, but I'm rooting for it. We obviously have to beat you guys next week to wrap up the west. Barring a total collapse like last year (and I think the teams attitude is much different), we will be headed to a good bowl game.

Alabama are not world beaters, but they are playing well and winning games ahead of schedule, which can only mean promise for the future.

Bama wasn't "back" in '05 and they are not "back" this year, but they are better and some of the bad apples (i.e. DJ Hall, Keith Brown, Simeon Castille, etc) have been weeded out. They have stayed healthy this year which is a difference also with our best player (Prothro) going down in '05.

There is reason for excitement in Tuscaloosa.

RedElephants, Oct 30, 2008

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all true RE.

But Saban is winning with a lot of Shula's players.

Sounds stupid, doesn't it? Try hearing it 3 years after he's gone, and you'll see how silly it really is. :thumb:

luvdimtigers, Oct 30, 2008

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