Was at the game with my son and Dad. Very disappointing performance. Can tell you that we were at the pre-game "FanZone" and when the team did their walk-thru at 5 p.m. they didn't look motivated or focused. I realize this is a very subjective evaluation but after hearing that the fan base wasn't excited about the Chick-Fil-A Bowl and didn't travel well as a result, it was hard not to think that it didn't transfer over to the team and coaching staff. During the game it was like the team would display their physical superiority and take a lead then rest on their laurels like they thought Clemson would just roll over and quit. It was pathetic and I cannot tell you how many times I thought to myself, "Why in the hell did I drop a grand on this?" Clemson fans around us at the game were great fans and good sports. There was definitely some booing when our players started cramping up late in the game that was totally classless but I think a good deal of it was coming from their "student" section. The older Clemson fans around us didn't approve either. That said, on a lighter note, on the way home yesterday my son tells me, "Dad, I guess it's no wonder that Clemson beat us...." I asked him what he meant and he quickly added, "Well, Alabama named their whole team after them." I told him I didn't know what he meant and he told me, "You know, the Alabama Clemson Tide." It was too cute to correct so I just shook my head and said, "good point."
Yes, I attended the game as well (rooted for LSU) and agree with you that LSU appeared to be flat in the pre-game. Ellington is a slippery RB and was very effective against the front LSU was scheming. I thought Chad Morris had a very well thought-out strategy for neutralizing LSU's considerable defensive depth advantage. Regarding the boos from Clemson fans, many felt LSU was purposefully using player "injury" as a way to stall the HUNH. The reason? On several occasions the "injured" player would return to the playing field within a play or two. It was something I noticed too, but I don't think it made a difference.... if anything, it only encourages the offense to run it even faster.
When the defense is on the field for 102 plays there will be injurys and cramps....no defense can go through 102 plays unscaved, and yes they were Legit injuries.
All I have t say is what kind of coach would consider with 2 minutes left in the game 3 yards to get a first down to retain possession of the ball call for two pass plays instead of running the ball. He is not a head coach.
believe me, i've seen many coaches. hell, our first dog was named deitzel. fact is, we've never had such ridiculous talent as we have now days. these things run in cycles and you'd better grab the tiger by the tale when it comes around. chances are, we're not going to have these awesome recruiting classes into the distant future. and one of those 2 nc appearances i'd as soon forget...entirely because of the offense.
Relieved? Why would you assume that? I recognize the problem lies with Alleva giving into Miles. Can you? Make a point with substance. Your are proving you have zero intent to offer anything to any discussion. Your constant free comment is verification enough.
