Auburn

[cwbytruckers]

Wasn't sure what forum to put this question in. My question is. What defense would you run against Auburn? And why do you think they are so tough to stop?

 

[GAVol]

Wasn't sure what forum to put this question in. My question is. What defense would you run against Auburn? And why do you think they are so tough to stop?

If offenses like this proliferate, I think it's going to change the way we think about d-linemen. Instead of being 300lbs, they're going to need to be about 260 with speed.

 

[OrangeBalls]

If offenses like this proliferate, I think it's going to change the way we think about d-linemen. Instead of being 300lbs, they're going to need to be about 260 with speed.

And you're going to need about 8 really good ones because they're going to be gassed.

 

[Roustabout]

Auburn runs only a handful of plays. So they know how to execute.

 

[cwbytruckers]

Auburn runs only a handful of plays. So they know how to execute.

So would you call it a great scheme alone. Or a really great offensive line.

 

[Roustabout]

When I'm watching I don't see anything that spectacular. I think the players don't have to think much.

I noticed one play they ran which was similar to one UT would try with Pig. WR hand off. The difference is execution. They force defenses to play in their heals because the same formation can result in so many variations. So the D doesn't really learn anything from how they lineup.
I think their online is no more talented than UTs. But they KNOW what to do everytime.

I think the only way to defend is to not read, but to attack. Run blitz. Attack areas that you know will mess up their exchange.

 

[GAVol]

So would you call it a great scheme alone. Or a really great offensive line.

I don't think it's a coincidence that Auburn's offensive prowess went from great to normal and then back to great at the same time Malzahn has been there.

 

[westsidefan]

If offenses like this proliferate, I think it's going to change the way we think about d-linemen. Instead of being 300lbs, they're going to need to be about 260 with speed.

it's hard enough to stop a really talented option team but if they have a QB who can really throw what do you do?

 

[BruiserVol]

it's hard enough to stop a really talented option team but if they have a QB who can really throw what do you do?

Lose, lol.

 

[DocVOLiday]

I would not do what Mizzou is doing with 3 down DL that are tight and not have anybody setting the edge. No force players on the outside allow the barn to run around the edge alot

 

[Spartacavolus]

Gus is a genius.

 

[CountVolcula]

To beat Auburn, you need a fast 4 man front and fast linebackers

You also need great cover guys in the secondary that can play a lot of man

You move up your linebackers and put one spy on the QB. Force them to throw

Then you play ball control offense to keep their offense off the field

 

[westsidefan]

To beat Auburn, you need a fast 4 man front and fast linebackers

You also need great cover guys in the secondary that can play a lot of man

You move up your linebackers and put one spy on the QB. Force them to throw

Then you play ball control offense to keep their offense off the field

i don't think anybody has that...h34r:

 

[Notorious B.E.N]

I would not do what Mizzou is doing with 3 down DL that are tight and not have anybody setting the edge. No force players on the outside allow the barn to run around the edge alot

Yeah that's not working, at all.

 

[CountVolcula]

i don't think anybody has that...h34r:

You recruit and condition your team for it

 

[OrangeBalls]

Malzahn just might be to the SEC what Spurrier was back when he started coaching at Fla.

 

[maotai]

IMO you beat it like you beat any option offense. You leave the gimmicks and fancy stunts at home. Line up man to man and play assignment football.

 

[rjd970]

IMO you beat it like you beat any option offense. You leave the gimmicks and fancy stunts at home. Line up man to man and play assignment football.

Mizzou kind of figured it out to start the second half. Set the edges, blitz the gaps, and hope your CB can survive on an island by themselves.

Disruption seems to be the secret. Make them decide quick. Most of the plays are slow developing anyway.

 

[cwbytruckers]

I wonder about Stanford. They are physical and disciplined. Could they handle Auburn?

 

[Alto1]

Auburn runs only a handful of plays. So they know how to execute.

And Malzahn sticks with those plays......... If it ain't broke don't fix it...... Kudos to him... In the NC game, enough said.........

 

[VolinMichigan]

FSU will have their hands full for sure. But Auburn's secondary should be shaking in their boots because Jameis is going to carve them up.

 

[VolinMichigan]

I wonder about Stanford. They are physical and disciplined. Could they handle Auburn?

They handled Oregon well enough. And, IMO, Oregon has better athletes than Auburn. I think they could take Auburn.

 

[westsidefan]

FSU will have their hands full for sure. But Auburn's secondary should be shaking in their boots because Jameis is going to carve them up.

i'd be more scared of franklin than winston,he beat 4 ranked teams and put 42 on #3.

 

[volatil]

9 in the box that stays in their lanes. Discipline is key.

 

[Chilmonty]

i'd be more scared of franklin than winston,he beat 4 ranked teams and put 42 on #3.

This^! Auburn ain't Duke!!



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