Green Laser
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Are we that good or is Incarnate Word that bad?
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Week 1: Hornets at Incarnate Word
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Per wiki they didn't have football until 2007. Last year they were in transition to D1 so they were technically an FCS independent. This is their first full season at the FCS level with the Southland Conference. They are funded by the wealthy NOLA Saints owner. Regardless this needs to be a win for us.
Last year they played 3 FCS teams (Central Arkansas, SELA, and Sam Houston State) and got smashed by a combined score of 145-31. They went 6-5 but all wins were against D2/NAIA opponents. This needs to be a win or we are in for a long season....personally I would bet the over.
Last year they played 3 FCS teams (Central Arkansas, SELA, and Sam Houston State) and got smashed by a combined score of 145-31. They went 6-5 but all wins were against D2/NAIA opponents. This needs to be a win or we are in for a long season....personally I would bet the over.
OldGreen67
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SDHornet said:
Looking forward to heading out to this one...Univ is just a few miles from Riverwalk...should be a fun weekend in San Antonio.
greenarmy.fh
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I rarely look at one game and determine the whole season on it, but if we lose this game to the clearly inferior team from San Antonio, this will be a lost season.Kadeezy said:
just a sac state fan
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If we start off the season losing our first game, then our team will doubt themselves and their capability, which we don't need for a new interim coach. It will only make the team look back with the problems we had during the off season.
Week 1: Hornets at Incarnate Word
Finally football season is here. Any thoughts on this game? We will be favored but anything can happen. I think we jump all over them from the start and win comfortably (and cover the spread).
Based on last season’s notes, UIW runs a 2 running back set with formations varying the tight end and wide receivers. Defensively they ran a base 3-4. UIW has a lot returning but did not fare well against FCS competition last season. The Hornets need to get off on the right foot with a convincing win.
Finally football season is here. Any thoughts on this game? We will be favored but anything can happen. I think we jump all over them from the start and win comfortably (and cover the spread).
Based on last season’s notes, UIW runs a 2 running back set with formations varying the tight end and wide receivers. Defensively they ran a base 3-4. UIW has a lot returning but did not fare well against FCS competition last season. The Hornets need to get off on the right foot with a convincing win.
- • Offensive Starters Returning: 10, (1 QB, 1 WR, 2 TE, 1 RB, 5 OL)
• Defensive Starters Returning: 7, (1 DL, 3 LB, 3 DB)
• Specialists Returning: 0
Green Laser
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I expect us to win this game, a stumble here would be a major concern. Despite the resignations and off season distractions this team is talented and the schedule is the easiest in the last 10 or 15 years. Anything less than 7 wins would be a huge disappointment. Coach Sears and the rest of the staff have my full support to get it done.
Coach Sears is in a far better position here than what he was pushed into at Weber State. It's up to him to take advantage of the opportunity and to prove that he deserves to be the permanent head coach. I hope that he is successful and that we have a great season!
Go Hornets!!!
Coach Sears is in a far better position here than what he was pushed into at Weber State. It's up to him to take advantage of the opportunity and to prove that he deserves to be the permanent head coach. I hope that he is successful and that we have a great season!
Go Hornets!!!
Agreed.
Sac Bee article on the upcoming game:
http://www.sacbee.com/2014/08/27/6660006/hornets-coach-says-team-wont-be.html
Sac Bee article on the upcoming game:
http://www.sacbee.com/2014/08/27/6660006/hornets-coach-says-team-wont-be.html
Hornetsports Recap: http://www.hornetsports.com/sports/fball/2014-15/releases/20140830dzn3vu
My thoughts by position:
Offensive Coaching: (B) The offense had success attacking the edges and yet a lot of run plays inside the tackles were called. The vertical passing game saw more action than in the recent past. The coaches didn’t open the playbook a whole lot but didn’t need to. 3rd down efficiency was really bad, that needs to improve as well as the goal line play calling and execution. We’ll see how things go against a stronger defense.
Quarterback: (A-) Safron made one bad decision that resulted in an INT, but otherwise had a good game. He didn’t put up a ton of yards (251 passing, 10 rushing) but did what was needed and hung up 5 TDs. It is encouraging to see the completions down the field. Kniffin got some mop up duty, good to see him get a little experience under his belt.
Running Backs: (B) Robinson (12 carries for 69 yds) looked most effective when attacking the edges. The running game is still very ineffective between the tackles. The RBs caught a few passes coming out of the backfield, the first of which resulted in a TD.
Wide Receivers/Tight Ends: (A-) Agude ( 6 recs for 111 yds, 2 TDs) looks like he has the potential to complement Carter as he had a huge game. Carter continued his ATM role (3 recs for 56 yds, 2 TDs) and had a carry on a jet sweep. Broadnax (3 recs for 46 yds) picked up some solid yards after contact and looks like he will be a load for opposing defenses. Coulter (2 recs for 27 yds) had a few early catches but disappeared after that. The WRs went up and made some plays and that is what is needed. As expected the ball was spread around and there were some positive signs with this group.
Offensive Line: (B) After some early game jitters the offensive line settled down and controlled the line of scrimmage. Running inside the tackles still was an issue but they did a better job blocking on stretch plays. There were 3 sacks allowed and the goal line issues still persist. This unit can play better.
Defensive Coaching: (B) The Hornets struggled to defend the pass early and were heavily aided by an early injury to UIW’s starting QB. UIW had no chance at a win once he went down. The blitzes seemed to hit home, but there is still concern when the defense drops back into coverage. Plenty to work still remains for the defense.
Defensive Line: (A) The defensive line stuffed the inside runs and got consistent pressure against UIW’s QB. Overall a solid effort. Totty had 1.5 sacks and 1.5 TFLs. UIW only managed 98 yards on the ground.
Linebackers: (A-) Sankey lived up to the hype and led the defense in tackles with 10. He also had a pick 6, a forced fumble, a half sack and half a TFL. Sankey is going to be a total wrecking ball this season. Overall the LBs had good run pursuit and were able to get pressure on the blitz. Need to see more plays made by the other LBs.
Secondary: (B) It was evident that this unit was going to struggle, but were bailed out by an injury to UIW’s starting QB. They were completely burned early by a RB pass (was incomplete) and it looked like the status quo early on. To their credit they did settle down and held UIW to under 200 yards passing. I’m still concerned about the coverage but I think this unit can improve given their youth. Banks led the defense with 2 TFLs and was 2nd in tackles with 6. He will be a starter sooner rather than later.
Special Teams: (A) A blocked punt, a recovered kickoff, an impressive return by Warren (33 yds, averaged 25 yds a return), all PATs were made, booming kickoffs for TBs, punting and punt coverage was solid. Solid game all around, only thing keeping ST from an A+ was the ridiculous decision to kick a 57 yard FG late in the 1st half. That FG was blocked and gave UIW great field position; fortunately the Hornet defense forced a fumble. Also poor coaching decision to go for a 4th and goal late in the game, Sears needs to get the FG unit out there in garbage time.
Overall: (A-) Hornets got off to the start they needed against an inferior opponent, and should have some confidence as they head to Cal next week. The team was prepared to take care of business and Hornet fans should be optimistic about the season. This was a great start to the Sears era.
Game Ball
Offense: Agude
Defense: Sankey
Special Teams: Cornish
Go Hornets!!!
My thoughts by position:
Offensive Coaching: (B) The offense had success attacking the edges and yet a lot of run plays inside the tackles were called. The vertical passing game saw more action than in the recent past. The coaches didn’t open the playbook a whole lot but didn’t need to. 3rd down efficiency was really bad, that needs to improve as well as the goal line play calling and execution. We’ll see how things go against a stronger defense.
Quarterback: (A-) Safron made one bad decision that resulted in an INT, but otherwise had a good game. He didn’t put up a ton of yards (251 passing, 10 rushing) but did what was needed and hung up 5 TDs. It is encouraging to see the completions down the field. Kniffin got some mop up duty, good to see him get a little experience under his belt.
Running Backs: (B) Robinson (12 carries for 69 yds) looked most effective when attacking the edges. The running game is still very ineffective between the tackles. The RBs caught a few passes coming out of the backfield, the first of which resulted in a TD.
Wide Receivers/Tight Ends: (A-) Agude ( 6 recs for 111 yds, 2 TDs) looks like he has the potential to complement Carter as he had a huge game. Carter continued his ATM role (3 recs for 56 yds, 2 TDs) and had a carry on a jet sweep. Broadnax (3 recs for 46 yds) picked up some solid yards after contact and looks like he will be a load for opposing defenses. Coulter (2 recs for 27 yds) had a few early catches but disappeared after that. The WRs went up and made some plays and that is what is needed. As expected the ball was spread around and there were some positive signs with this group.
Offensive Line: (B) After some early game jitters the offensive line settled down and controlled the line of scrimmage. Running inside the tackles still was an issue but they did a better job blocking on stretch plays. There were 3 sacks allowed and the goal line issues still persist. This unit can play better.
Defensive Coaching: (B) The Hornets struggled to defend the pass early and were heavily aided by an early injury to UIW’s starting QB. UIW had no chance at a win once he went down. The blitzes seemed to hit home, but there is still concern when the defense drops back into coverage. Plenty to work still remains for the defense.
Defensive Line: (A) The defensive line stuffed the inside runs and got consistent pressure against UIW’s QB. Overall a solid effort. Totty had 1.5 sacks and 1.5 TFLs. UIW only managed 98 yards on the ground.
Linebackers: (A-) Sankey lived up to the hype and led the defense in tackles with 10. He also had a pick 6, a forced fumble, a half sack and half a TFL. Sankey is going to be a total wrecking ball this season. Overall the LBs had good run pursuit and were able to get pressure on the blitz. Need to see more plays made by the other LBs.
Secondary: (B) It was evident that this unit was going to struggle, but were bailed out by an injury to UIW’s starting QB. They were completely burned early by a RB pass (was incomplete) and it looked like the status quo early on. To their credit they did settle down and held UIW to under 200 yards passing. I’m still concerned about the coverage but I think this unit can improve given their youth. Banks led the defense with 2 TFLs and was 2nd in tackles with 6. He will be a starter sooner rather than later.
Special Teams: (A) A blocked punt, a recovered kickoff, an impressive return by Warren (33 yds, averaged 25 yds a return), all PATs were made, booming kickoffs for TBs, punting and punt coverage was solid. Solid game all around, only thing keeping ST from an A+ was the ridiculous decision to kick a 57 yard FG late in the 1st half. That FG was blocked and gave UIW great field position; fortunately the Hornet defense forced a fumble. Also poor coaching decision to go for a 4th and goal late in the game, Sears needs to get the FG unit out there in garbage time.
Overall: (A-) Hornets got off to the start they needed against an inferior opponent, and should have some confidence as they head to Cal next week. The team was prepared to take care of business and Hornet fans should be optimistic about the season. This was a great start to the Sears era.
Game Ball
Offense: Agude
Defense: Sankey
Special Teams: Cornish
Go Hornets!!!
SJHornet
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Great write up SD.
Incarnate Word was by no means stiff competition, but I liked a lot of what I saw, however, there were some questions as well. Safron looked great. I really liked his patience, passing/play choice, and accuracy. Our O-line did a fantastic job protecting him, and giving our backs some lanes. Our recieving core looked solid, and definitely outmanned the UIW secondary. Our running game was decent, but I'm not sure we will be able to have an effective run against a stout defence. Still, we looked fast.
Our defence could not stop the option QB, and our secondary looked really shake yearly on. But when their backup came in, we defended the pass quite effectively, and pressured every play. They held tight in the red zone and made necessary adjustments.
Overall, very happy this Sunday
Incarnate Word was by no means stiff competition, but I liked a lot of what I saw, however, there were some questions as well. Safron looked great. I really liked his patience, passing/play choice, and accuracy. Our O-line did a fantastic job protecting him, and giving our backs some lanes. Our recieving core looked solid, and definitely outmanned the UIW secondary. Our running game was decent, but I'm not sure we will be able to have an effective run against a stout defence. Still, we looked fast.
Our defence could not stop the option QB, and our secondary looked really shake yearly on. But when their backup came in, we defended the pass quite effectively, and pressured every play. They held tight in the red zone and made necessary adjustments.
Overall, very happy this Sunday
Sac Bee Recap: http://www.sacbee.com/2014/08/30/6667969/hornets-win-a-blowout-as-qb-safron.html
As expected, it’s littered with inaccuracies.
As expected, it’s littered with inaccuracies.
