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[UMGriz75]

I just wish the dynamic Stitt offense would use the middle of the field as an option to throw the ball. 9 out of every 10 balls is thrown into the flat of down the sideline. I am not sure if that is what Stitt really wants or he just doesn't like Gus to throw over the middle.

That bugs the hell out of me too. I dont think Gus has the time to look down the middle so he just relies on getting bailed out by throwing out to the flats all of the time.

When Gus misses, it is all too frequently an overthrow. I would imagine that Stitt doesn't want a live field behind the receivers. Seems like it is getting all too predictable though.

It sure makes playing defense easier when you don't have to worry about the middle of the field.

While I think I understand the reasoning, if the field can be broken down into ten "lanes" or routes, limiting the throws to just two of those lanes cuts the options by 80% of the field. If there's no threat on 80% of the field, it does seem like it simplifies the defense considerably.

 

[Mousegriz]

You will never see 551 total yds and 6 tds from Gus, ever!

So profound......and if he doesn't are we to christen you the second coming of Jon Gruden?

"The past" includes last weekend.........and seems as if you're living smack dab in the middle of it!

 

[Htowngriz]

You will never see 551 total yds and 6 tds from Gus, ever!

But you will see EWU's defense allow 551 total yards and 6 TDs, year in and year out.

 

[HelenaHandBasket]

You will never see 551 total yds and 6 tds from Gus, ever!

Even beyond the stats, he just seemed more comfortable and more confident in his decisions. If you didn't know any better, you would never be able to tell that Gus has started more games than Gubrud just by watching the game film. And EWU started an offensive line with only a handful of actual game starts, much fewer than the Griz o-line.

 

[BubbleScreenBob1]

Let get back to the topic here, why does Montana have such a tough time recruiting QB's?

 

[HelenaHandBasket]

You will never see 551 total yds and 6 tds from Gus, ever!

But you will see EWU's defense allow 551 total yards and 6 TDs, year in and year out.

Funny, since this thread has nothing to do with each teams respective defenses.

 

[HelenaHandBasket]

Let get back to the topic here, why does Montana have such a tough time recruiting QB's?

I think the jury is still out on what Stitt can recruit. He has only really had 1 true recruiting class.

 

[blackfootipa]

Jordan Johnson was a great QB. He would have been one of our all time greats, stats wise, under Pflugrad. Do not sell off Gustafson having an amazing Senior campaign yet.

 

[BubbleScreenBob1]

Let get back to the topic here, why does Montana have such a tough time recruiting QB's?

I think the jury is still out on what Stitt can recruit. He has only really had 1 true recruiting class.

I do have high hopes on Jensen and i think that Stitt will be able to open up his playbook a little more with him on the field. You would think that he probably will be the starter next year.

 

[BubbleScreenBob1]

Jordan Johnson was a great QB. He would have been one of our all time greats, stats wise, under Pflugrad. Do not sell off Gustafson having an amazing Senior campaign yet.

Johnson was a good QB under Pflu but it was a real bummer watching Delaney hold him back his senior year.

 

[PlayerRep]

I just wish the dynamic Stitt offense would use the middle of the field as an option to throw the ball. 9 out of every 10 balls is thrown into the flat of down the sideline. I am not sure if that is what Stitt really wants or he just doesn't like Gus to throw over the middle.

Horner and Bingham had 7 catches. You don't think most of them were in the middle? 9 of 10 balls are not thrown to the flat or sideline.

 

[HelenaHandBasket]

Deep down, I am really disappointed that I am having a civil discussion with Bubbles.

 

[BubbleScreenBob1]

Deep down, I am really disappointed that I am having a civil discussion with Bubbles.

Im trying my best to be civil on this board

 

[HelenaHandBasket]

I just wish the dynamic Stitt offense would use the middle of the field as an option to throw the ball. 9 out of every 10 balls is thrown into the flat of down the sideline. I am not sure if that is what Stitt really wants or he just doesn't like Gus to throw over the middle.

Horner and Bingham had 7 catches. You don't think most of them were in the middle? 9 of 10 balls are not thrown to the flat or sideline.

Ok, let me preface, within 4 yards of the LOS. And yes, several of Binghams routes are 5 yards or less, outs to the sideline. Very little over the middle of the field past 5 yards.

 

[dirtysoup]

Good quarterbacks aren't a dime a dozen. Look at the NFL draft. The qb class isn't always deep and you see teams reach to get even average players. I would guess recruiting passers is somewhat the same. And like the NFL, it can be a guessing game who can develop into a good player. Also the type of offense has something to do with it. I would guess with Stitt's offense quarterbacks would love to come here.

 

[BubbleScreenBob1]

I just wish the dynamic Stitt offense would use the middle of the field as an option to throw the ball. 9 out of every 10 balls is thrown into the flat of down the sideline. I am not sure if that is what Stitt really wants or he just doesn't like Gus to throw over the middle.

Horner and Bingham had 7 catches. You don't think most of them were in the middle? 9 of 10 balls are not thrown to the flat or sideline.

7 out of 10 is more realistic

 

[Htowngriz]

You will never see 551 total yds and 6 tds from Gus, ever!

But you will see EWU's defense allow 551 total yards and 6 TDs, year in and year out.

Funny, since this thread has nothing to do with each teams respective defenses.

Well, would you rather have the QBs that Eastern has or the defense that we have? Yes both would be ideal but you have to choose one.

 

[HelenaHandBasket]

You will never see 551 total yds and 6 tds from Gus, ever!

But you will see EWU's defense allow 551 total yards and 6 TDs, year in and year out.

Funny, since this thread has nothing to do with each teams respective defenses.

Well, would you rather have the QBs that Eastern has or the defense that we have? Yes both would be ideal but you have to choose one.

No, I don't have to choose just one. And once again, this thread has zero to do with each teams defense.

 

[HookedonGriz]

How the hell does EWU every year reload at QB and Montana cant even find one good one? Is it because they play in a system that allows the QB to shine? Or is it that Montana has a tough time evaluating talent in that position?

Anyone know the answer to this?

Wonder what the coaching turnover is like for both EWU and UM?

Beau's been around longer than Bob, and that may have something to do with it?

Montana hasn't had a really good QB in quite sometime though.

This means you didn't think very highly of JJ then? I'd personally take a QB like JJ any day.

 

[BubbleScreenBob1]

How the hell does EWU every year reload at QB and Montana cant even find one good one? Is it because they play in a system that allows the QB to shine? Or is it that Montana has a tough time evaluating talent in that position?

Anyone know the answer to this?

Wonder what the coaching turnover is like for both EWU and UM?

Beau's been around longer than Bob, and that may have something to do with it?

Montana hasn't had a really good QB in quite sometime though.

This means you didn't think very highly of JJ then? I'd personally take a QB like JJ any day.

Johnson was a good QB.