Griz Press Conference Recap

[HelenaHandBasket]

It wasn't motivation, it was preparation ya scallawag. And if one would say Ty was an excellent motivator then I would point to 2014 Cal Poly and ask "really?"


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Motivating is part of preparation.

 

[grizzly bob 70]

I appreciate Stitts ownership of the issues. After spending time rewatching the game I was surprised how close we were to being in that game and would agree with his assessment. Now the real test of his coaching ability is to see which grizzly team enters the field on Saturday. If it is the focused version we should be fine!


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[beaverboy]

Sometimes in sports teams have games like we had last Saturday. That press conference was the best one coach Stitt has had since he became our coach. He took full responsibility and that has been lacking after some previous defeats. I believe he has made some nice changes in our offense to make it more dynamic. Gus has always had accuracy problems when pressured. Whenever he has had to move his feet his accuracy suffers a great deal. We just have to live with that, it just is not going to much better. I think we will play with more energy against Eastern. We all know how good their offense has been and that nobody has been able to stop them consistently. The pressure is on them they are supposed beat us and if we can stay in the game with our offense something good may happen. The Indians are in the world series but they were also not supposed to win, Go Griz Go Tribe

 

[Diesel]

Don't think Stitt is going to be totally candid about all the reasons for the poor results. Looking at the recording of the game there is several homer ref calls and ignoring of penalties by NAU players to go with that those things have to be played through even if it doesn't seem fair. #8 was allowed to push off several times and taunt to the point Sourers got in his face. Banks was blocked in the back while in tackling position on a long run and held on a TD run. DB almost tackles Calhoun on one throw to him and announcers comment on the contact being ignored. One personal foul against Griz is a flop by NAU player again announcers comment on missed call. After a play Griz defender picked up outside shoulder pads and body slammed, ignored by the refs no call. NAU player surprised he didn't get call and got high fives for dirty play on sidelines. There were more of these, but at this point moot. Several of these extended drives for NAU and some stopped UM drives.

The mess up by Strong on first TD not covering inside route was player error, wrong route by WR on Brady's INT, player error. Nelson mentally disturbed by #8's play and lack of consistency with the refs, player error. Personal foul when NAU player flopped was retaliation, player error. There were many of these through game. Stitt took responsibility for these errors, I'm sure it will be handled or addressed when watching film on this game.

NAU was not more talented they took what they were given and kudos to them it was a well executed game on their part and much credit goes to Sourer's and staff.

Look forward to how Griz respond to a better team this week, we will see if this was a accurate assessment by Stiit. Was there motivation issues, maybe. That being said, UM had opportunities to outscore NAU, Calhoun caught from behind, Homan caught from behind, WR drops, Brady overthrows...three on fourth down, one on screen to Calhoun and two post routes the one to Bingham was way late, high and behind, and McKinley drops a INT.

 

[stilwtrgrizz]

This has been slightly edited from a previous post I made,to which I received no answer. Thought I would try it again here. Not having played or coached the game, just observed it for 60+ years, I have a serious question that has been bugging me recently. How hard is it for an opposing team to prepare for an offense that has a quarterback who is virtually NO THREAT as a runner, and whose running game, a VERY HIGH percentage of the time, is SO predictable. This as opposed to a team with a truly mobile quarterback, who is ALWAYS a threat to run, and a running game with multiple plays, formations, and options. Maybe even a few "Trick" plays" to keep the opposing defense at least a little bit in suspense. It seems to this observer that our offense is SO DAMN PREDICTABLE, that even my wife knows whats coming well over half the time. It appears that not only is our running game very predictable, but if one player is having an off day throwing the ball, we are dead in the water. Not being critical here, just would like to know the answer, if there is one. Thanks GO GRIZ

 

[zirge]

Don't think Stitt is going to be totally candid about all the reasons for the poor results. Looking at the recording of the game there is several homer ref calls and ignoring of penalties by NAU players to go with that those things have to be played through even if it doesn't seem fair. #8 was allowed to push off several times and taunt to the point Sourers got in his face. Banks was blocked in the back while in tackling position on a long run and held on a TD run. DB almost tackles Calhoun on one throw to him and announcers comment on the contact being ignored. One personal foul against Griz is a flop by NAU player again announcers comment on missed call. After a play Griz defender picked up outside shoulder pads and body slammed, ignored by the refs no call. NAU player surprised he didn't get call and got high fives for dirty play on sidelines. There were more of these, but at this point moot. Several of these extended drives for NAU and some stopped UM drives.

The mess up by Strong on first TD not covering inside route was player error, wrong route by WR on Brady's INT, player error. Nelson mentally disturbed by #8's play and lack of consistency with the refs, player error. Personal foul when NAU player flopped was retaliation, player error. There were many of these through game. Stitt took responsibility for these errors, I'm sure it will be handled or addressed when watching film on this game.

NAU was not more talented they took what they were given and kudos to them it was a well executed game on their part and much credit goes to Sourer's and staff.

Look forward to how Griz respond to a better team this week, we will see if this was a accurate assessment by Stiit. Was there motivation issues, maybe. That being said, UM had opportunities to outscore NAU, Calhoun caught from behind, Homan caught from behind, WR drops, Brady overthrows...three on fourth down, one on screen to Calhoun and two post routes the one to Bingham was way late, high and behind, and McKinley drops a INT.

as far as the over emotional play Stitts does address this:

- We weren't mentally strong and didn't handle the adversity we faced. We saw some mental weakness that needs to be stronger
- up til that game was very proud of guys being able to walk away from people in their face. It's about the team and the team is more important but this game brought out foolish reactions

one glaring result that has already been mentioned on this board is the lack of our front 4/7 to get to their quarterback. putting presser on him could have made a lot of difference especially making his start against a top 10 team. he played with alot of confidence and made some great on the money long throws.

 

[PlayerRep]

This has been slightly edited from a previous post I made,to which I received no answer. Thought I would try it again here. Not having played or coached the game, just observed it for 60+ years, I have a serious question that has been bugging me recently. How hard is it for an opposing team to prepare for an offense that has a quarterback who is virtually NO THREAT as a runner, and whose running game, a VERY HIGH percentage of the time, is SO predictable. This as opposed to a team with a truly mobile quarterback, who is ALWAYS a threat to run, and a running game with multiple plays, formations, and options. Maybe even a few "Trick" plays" to keep the opposing defense at least a little bit in suspense. It seems to this observer that our offense is SO DAMN PREDICTABLE, that even my wife knows whats coming well over half the time. It appears that not only is our running game very predictable, but if one player is having an off day throwing the ball, we are dead in the water. Not being critical here, just would like to know the answer, if there is one. Thanks GO GRIZ

Okay, I will try to respond, but admit that I don't know for sure. I think Stitt's offense is very hard to prepare for. It spreads the field. It uses motion on most plays and shifts some players around. The big receivers are both good receivers and good blockers. It uses short passes as the equivalent of running plays. The backs, especially Nguyen, have good hands and can run after catches. The offense tends to adjust to what the defense is not covering and is giving the offense. This depends on preparation and decisions/recognition by BG. Yes, BG isn't a runner, but he can and does run on occasion. Yes, a nice running/mobile qb would be nice and would help. However, the decision-making by the QB, and the getting of the passes and handoffs to the right person are much much more important to the offense.

I don't think Stitt's offense is predictable at all. I don't see how anyone who isn't a current or recently former offensive player, or an opposing team coach who has studied all the recent tape--who can see the formation, the motion, and personnel, would have much of a clue as to what is coming. Sure, if it's 3d and long, a pass is likely. But where is it going? Left, right, short, long, bubble, swing, slant, skinny post, out? Aren't runs often predictable, in the sense of where the runner will run (not necessarily whether it's a run or not)? With a one-back offense, the runner can only go in so many places: right, left, further right, further left.

 

[Member Berries]

Good recap and nice to see Stitt showing class and responsibility. I agree things will be different next week. If we lose it won't be because of lack of effort.

I agree... I think this might be a turning point for Stitt... It's one of the first times I've heard him claim responsibility for a loss. That's what a good coach should do... Even if it's not entirely his fault. That's how you avoid losing a locker room... Wish he would have fine more of that last season... But he's obviously learning how to be a better coach, and that's good... It's more than just X's and O's.

 

[AZGrizFan]

This has been slightly edited from a previous post I made,to which I received no answer. Thought I would try it again here. Not having played or coached the game, just observed it for 60+ years, I have a serious question that has been bugging me recently. How hard is it for an opposing team to prepare for an offense that has a quarterback who is virtually NO THREAT as a runner, and whose running game, a VERY HIGH percentage of the time, is SO predictable. This as opposed to a team with a truly mobile quarterback, who is ALWAYS a threat to run, and a running game with multiple plays, formations, and options. Maybe even a few "Trick" plays" to keep the opposing defense at least a little bit in suspense. It seems to this observer that our offense is SO DAMN PREDICTABLE, that even my wife knows whats coming well over half the time. It appears that not only is our running game very predictable, but if one player is having an off day throwing the ball, we are dead in the water. Not being critical here, just would like to know the answer, if there is one. Thanks GO GRIZ

Okay, I will try to respond, but admit that I don't know for sure. I think Stitt's offense is very hard to prepare for. It spreads the field. It uses motion on most plays and shifts some players around. The big receivers are both good receivers and good blockers. It uses short passes as the equivalent of running plays. The backs, especially Nguyen, have good hands and can run after catches. The offense tends to adjust to what the defense is not covering and is giving the offense. This depends on preparation and decisions/recognition by BG. Yes, BG isn't a runner, but he can and does run on occasion. Yes, a nice running/mobile qb would be nice and would help. However, the decision-making by the QB, and the getting of the passes and handoffs to the right person are much much more important to the offense.

I don't think Stitt's offense is predictable at all. I don't see how anyone who isn't a current or recently former offensive player, or an opposing team coach who has studied all the recent tape--who can see the formation, the motion, and personnel, would have much of a clue as to what is coming. Sure, if it's 3d and long, a pass is likely. But where is it going? Left, right, short, long, bubble, swing, slant, skinny post, out? Aren't runs often predictable, in the sense of where the runner will run (not necessarily whether it's a run or not)? With a one-back offense, the runner can only go in so many places: right, left, further right, further left.

Great post. :clap: :clap: The lynchpin of this offense is a sound O-line that gives the QB time to progress through his reads. Oftentimes, the QB (who is no threat to run when the O-line breaks down), is dumping off quickly because he can't get to his 2nd/3rd options. The O-line is BETTER, for sure, but still not where we'd need it to be for the offense to be truly effective against good/better defenses. That and a mobile QB to prevent the D-End crashing in on every play.

 

[stilwtrgrizz]

This has been slightly edited from a previous post I made,to which I received no answer. Thought I would try it again here. Not having played or coached the game, just observed it for 60+ years, I have a serious question that has been bugging me recently. How hard is it for an opposing team to prepare for an offense that has a quarterback who is virtually NO THREAT as a runner, and whose running game, a VERY HIGH percentage of the time, is SO predictable. This as opposed to a team with a truly mobile quarterback, who is ALWAYS a threat to run, and a running game with multiple plays, formations, and options. Maybe even a few "Trick" plays" to keep the opposing defense at least a little bit in suspense. It seems to this observer that our offense is SO DAMN PREDICTABLE, that even my wife knows whats coming well over half the time. It appears that not only is our running game very predictable, but if one player is having an off day throwing the ball, we are dead in the water. Not being critical here, just would like to know the answer, if there is one. Thanks GO GRIZ

Okay, I will try to respond, but admit that I don't know for sure. I think Stitt's offense is very hard to prepare for. It spreads the field. It uses motion on most plays and shifts some players around. The big receivers are both good receivers and good blockers. It uses short passes as the equivalent of running plays. The backs, especially Nguyen, have good hands and can run after catches. The offense tends to adjust to what the defense is not covering and is giving the offense. This depends on preparation and decisions/recognition by BG. Yes, BG isn't a runner, but he can and does run on occasion. Yes, a nice running/mobile qb would be nice and would help. However, the decision-making by the QB, and the getting of the passes and handoffs to the right person are much much more important to the offense.

I don't think Stitt's offense is predictable at all. I don't see how anyone who isn't a current or recently former offensive player, or an opposing team coach who has studied all the recent tape--who can see the formation, the motion, and personnel, would have much of a clue as to what is coming. Sure, if it's 3d and long, a pass is likely. But where is it going? Left, right, short, long, bubble, swing, slant, skinny post, out? Aren't runs often predictable, in the sense of where the runner will run (not necessarily whether it's a run or not)? With a one-back offense, the runner can only go in so many places: right, left, further right, further left.

Great post. :clap: :clap: The lynchpin of this offense is a sound O-line that gives the QB time to progress through his reads. Oftentimes, the QB (who is no threat to run when the O-line breaks down), is dumping off quickly because he can't get to his 2nd/3rd options. The O-line is BETTER, for sure, but still not where we'd need it to be for the offense to be truly effective against good/better defenses. That and a mobile QB to prevent the D-End crashing in on every play.

Thanks to you both for your input and explanations. Will certainly keep all that in mind from here on out and see if it clarifies things for me. Thanks again.

 

[griz5700]

Get rid of the white jerseys on white pants on white helmets. They are ugly, and we look like the Cants. And BTW, our guys were in quicksand from NAU's opening play.

It feels like we always get our ass kicked in the all white's. They're old and look like shit. Colors are maroon and silver.

 

[griz5700]

I saw a talent issue in many spots, but especially comparing nau's receivers to the Griz. Other than JLM, the Griz receivers are very average.

 

[hilinegrizfan]

Get rid of the white jerseys on white pants on white helmets. They are ugly, and we look like the Cants. And BTW, our guys were in quicksand from NAU's opening play.

It feels like we always get our ass kicked in the all white's. They're old and look like shit. Colors are maroon and silver.

I second that... all whites are wack

 

[IdahoGrizFan]

I was at a ISU Griz game in Poky, and we, the Griz fans, caused a 5 yard delay of game penalty against the ISU offense. YES!

 

[grizband]

This has been slightly edited from a previous post I made,to which I received no answer. Thought I would try it again here. Not having played or coached the game, just observed it for 60+ years, I have a serious question that has been bugging me recently. How hard is it for an opposing team to prepare for an offense that has a quarterback who is virtually NO THREAT as a runner, and whose running game, a VERY HIGH percentage of the time, is SO predictable. This as opposed to a team with a truly mobile quarterback, who is ALWAYS a threat to run, and a running game with multiple plays, formations, and options. Maybe even a few "Trick" plays" to keep the opposing defense at least a little bit in suspense. It seems to this observer that our offense is SO DAMN PREDICTABLE, that even my wife knows whats coming well over half the time. It appears that not only is our running game very predictable, but if one player is having an off day throwing the ball, we are dead in the water. Not being critical here, just would like to know the answer, if there is one. Thanks GO GRIZ

Okay, I will try to respond, but admit that I don't know for sure. I think Stitt's offense is very hard to prepare for. It spreads the field. It uses motion on most plays and shifts some players around. The big receivers are both good receivers and good blockers. It uses short passes as the equivalent of running plays. The backs, especially Nguyen, have good hands and can run after catches. The offense tends to adjust to what the defense is not covering and is giving the offense. This depends on preparation and decisions/recognition by BG. Yes, BG isn't a runner, but he can and does run on occasion. Yes, a nice running/mobile qb would be nice and would help. However, the decision-making by the QB, and the getting of the passes and handoffs to the right person are much much more important to the offense.

I don't think Stitt's offense is predictable at all. I don't see how anyone who isn't a current or recently former offensive player, or an opposing team coach who has studied all the recent tape--who can see the formation, the motion, and personnel, would have much of a clue as to what is coming. Sure, if it's 3d and long, a pass is likely. But where is it going? Left, right, short, long, bubble, swing, slant, skinny post, out? Aren't runs often predictable, in the sense of where the runner will run (not necessarily whether it's a run or not)? With a one-back offense, the runner can only go in so many places: right, left, further right, further left.

Great post. :clap: :clap: The lynchpin of this offense is a sound O-line that gives the QB time to progress through his reads. Oftentimes, the QB (who is no threat to run when the O-line breaks down), is dumping off quickly because he can't get to his 2nd/3rd options. The O-line is BETTER, for sure, but still not where we'd need it to be for the offense to be truly effective against good/better defenses. That and a mobile QB to prevent the D-End crashing in on every play.

The O-line is BETTER, for sure, but still not where we'd need it to be for the offense to be truly effective against good/better defenses.

Excellent point, AZ!

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[grizband]

I saw a talent issue in many spots, but especially comparing nau's receivers to the Griz. Other than JLM, the Griz receivers are very average.

Calhoun didn't seem average...

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[PlayerRep]

I saw a talent issue in many spots, but especially comparing nau's receivers to the Griz. Other than JLM, the Griz receivers are very average.

Calhoun didn't seem average...

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NAU's receivers are very good, but I don't think the Griz receivers are average at all. Griz receivers are just young. JLM, Calhoun, Curran, Homan, Horner, Bingham, etc. are hardly average. Don't think ones like Taylor, maybe Eaton and others will turn out to average either.

 

[grizd]

I saw a talent issue in many spots, but especially comparing nau's receivers to the Griz. Other than JLM, the Griz receivers are very average.

Calhoun didn't seem average...

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Receivers are not average. Short passing plays make them look average. Bingham could be a stud in the seams. Homan and Calhoun could be great on some mid range crossing routes and Horner could cause issues in the center of the field. There are other guys that could look as good as the NAU receivers in that style offense. IMO they don't run very many of those routes because if Brady is off he is usually off high. JLM is a threat because he is so shifty and can make guys miss on short completions. He's a great receiver but even a better improviser with excellent vision.

 

[griz5700]

I saw a talent issue in many spots, but especially comparing nau's receivers to the Griz. Other than JLM, the Griz receivers are very average.

Calhoun didn't seem average...

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Agreed. But clearly better than NAU's backs? I don't know?

 

[griz5700]

I saw a talent issue in many spots, but especially comparing nau's receivers to the Griz. Other than JLM, the Griz receivers are very average.

Calhoun didn't seem average...

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Receivers are not average. Short passing plays make them look average. Bingham could be a stud in the seams. Homan and Calhoun could be great on some mid range crossing routes and Horner could cause issues in the center of the field. There are other guys that could look as good as the NAU receivers in that style offense. IMO they don't run very many of those routes because if Brady is off he is usually off high. JLM is a threat because he is so shifty and can make guys miss on short completions. He's a great receiver but even a better improviser with excellent vision.

A lot of "could be great" in there.

Griz receivers have struggled big time in creating separation this year. And often when it is placed perfectly into tight coverage, it is dropped (Curran). Hard to throw the ball 60 times a game with a bad o-line and average receivers.