Recruiting Forum: Official Oklahoma Pre-Game/Game Thread

#26
#26
Aesius said:
Vols win this one comfortably.

This is the best "big game" matchup for Butch since USC 2013 (a team that would beat 2015 OU by a touchdown) and we saw how that one turned out.

Our pass rush and running game=turnovers, sacks, and controlling time of possession. It's 2012 UT vs UF all over again, except we're playing the role of the Gators this time.
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I can't handle a loss ATP.
 
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#27
#27
volssam said:
Getting kinda nervous thinking about it already. Kinda want it to just be over with.

Not even sure how much I'm gonna enjoy the game, unless it's a blowout win for us.

If it's a close game, I'm gonna be so stressed and sick. I probably invest too much into this passion of mine.

I am really really hoping for a 2006 Cal type game. That would be very enjoyable
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I hear ya man!! I feel the same...get really stressed thinking about different scenarios that could play out. I think we all just want these guys, especially the upperclassmen to win a huge game. They came here to put us back on the map...we all want that and the national respect that comes with it SO VERY BAD!! I think that's why we all talk about it so much and stress over it. I was almost in tears 2 years ago in Neyland sitting in the upper deck, thinking what it would mean to upset UGA. Then overtime happened...gut wrenching. Fast forward almost 2 years to this Saturday and I'll be there. I hope I get to cry tears of joy for my school that I wanted to cry 2 years ago. I know one thing...I'm so jacked for this game, that it's hard to contain myself! If we win, there's no way security will stop 95k TN fans from rushing the field...NO WAY!!!
 
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My perspective is there is no way this is a better passing offense than BGSU. The defense will be much better as well because we're going to see some stunts, blitzes, etc this week; it won't be the vanilla game plan we had last week. I hope to see Martin back at 100% because I think we're going to need him this game. Kelly I think will also be an upgrade.

Offensively just stay on plan don't turn over the ball and defensively eliminate those big plays on early downs. Our third down defense was actually pretty good statistically.
 
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#32
One thing I'm hopeful for is that EMan was much better at covering short intermediate routes of less than 15 yards. It looks like he has excellent acceleration but his top end speed is not what I thought it was. So this OU air raid might play into his one strength.
 
#34
#34
Win or lose we are not going down without a fight. We have the players in orange now that are not use to losing and have a winners mentality. I hope OU is ready for fight cause that's what we are bringing to the table.

Carry the fight to our opponent and keep it there for 60 minutes.
 
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#35
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The Breakerboy said:
Defense needs to show up this week. I think we'll improve greatly this week.
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Breaker I remember you not being as high on Moseley as some of us, me included. Was your hesitation in him that he was not good at deep ball coverage like what we saw on Saturday? Did he play poorly or just the victim of some dimes from Johnson?
 
#36
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engineerVOL said:
One thing I'm hopeful for is that EMan was much better at covering short intermediate routes of less than 15 yards. It looks like he has excellent acceleration but his top end speed is not what I thought it was. So this OU air raid might play into his one strength.
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He's packed on 40+ lbs since he's been here. Only natural that he's lost a step or 2, most likely.
 
#38
#38
With Coach Willie back, TKjr starting, and probably Martin, our defense is fine. I can't imagine Mayfield being as accurate as Johnson throughout the game.

Also, with Hurd and Kamara being in the backfield at the same time, our OL another year better, and their overconfidence from how they played us last year, I think our offense has much success against them. Another wildcard they don't have experience against is DeBord. I think he may be a crafty veteran that can make in-game adjustments when needed.

I think it's tight at the half, we're maybe even trailing, but I think OU only gets 10 or so in the 2nd half and we win 38-24.
 
#42
#42
It might just be my orange colored glasses but I think the Vols come out and Cal 06 them. Barnett will have 3 sacks and a forced fumble which maggitt will scoop and score. Cam will return a punt and TKjr will have a pick six.

Final score 49-10 Vols
 
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#43
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mr.checkerboards said:
It might just be my orange colored glasses but I think the Vols come out and Cal 06 them. Barnett will have 3 sacks and a forced fumble which maggitt will scoop and score. Cam will return a punt and TKjr will have a pick six.

Final score 49-10 Vols
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#44
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mr.checkerboards said:
It might just be my orange colored glasses but I think the Vols come out and Cal 06 them. Barnett will have 3 sacks and a forced fumble which maggitt will scoop and score. Cam will return a punt and TKjr will have a pick six.

Final score 49-10 Vols
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I like it ALOT! Roll over'em and don't look back!!!!:bash:
 
#46
#46
Dobbs knack to convert third downs will routinely be parlayed into points and ToP advantage.

Vols 42-33
 
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#48
#48
This game going to be so hype.. Hate I am not going to be there.

Oklahoma will score.. Too many weapons for them not to.

I expect our Defense to get more pressure this week. Secondary will be have to be better. Having TK back will help. Also the game experience for Foreman and Mosely last week will go far. Oklahoma's offense should remind them a lot of BGs.

WE need to be able to run the ball to control the Clock as well.. More time we have the ball on Offense, the less Oklahoma will

Need to dominate Special Teams again this week..

In the end I think we win this game..

31 - 20
 
#49
#49
Medley hits a long field goal late to clinch the game, maybe even win the damn thing.

Vols by 2-7 points

I'll say UT 38 OK 31
 
#50
#50
nicksjuzunk said:
Tennessee opens it's true home schedule this week against a formidable powerhouse in Oklahoma. Last year, the Sooners beat the Vols pretty badly, with our offensive line taking a whipping, and Justin Worley taking it even worse. However, there were a few plays, that had they gone a little bit differently, could have made the game very interesting.

A lot can change in a year, and most expect the Sooners to encounter a Tennessee team that is much improved and ready for a dog fight. This time, it looks like we've got the dogs to stand toe to toe.

Keys to the game:

1. Break Baker: Baker Mayfield runs the Air Raid offense for Oklahoma. This set typically sees four wide receivers and a single running back... not exactly the offense you would hope to see after a shaky showing by the Tennessee secondary last week. However, the Oklahoma offensive line is inexperienced, and the Tennessee defensive line is not, which means if we can get pressure on Mayfield early and often, the best Mayfield in Tennessee on Saturday night will still be found in the yellow carton in your grocery's frozen dessert section.

2. Strike Striker: Last season, linebacker Eric Striker came peeling off of the edge like a bat out of hell. Though he didn't register an official sack, it sure seemed like it, and he "hurried" Worley 3 times and caused a lot of problems for the OL. This year, the Vols have to do a better job at protecting the QB. The offensive line looked improved last week, but as we know, that was Bowling Green, not Oklahoma. Look for the running backs to have a key part in protecting Dobbs and giving him time to find a receiver.

3. From Attrition to Addition: This week, the Vols add assistant head coach/DB coach Willie Martinez. All Vol fans are praying that his absence was the reason that our DB's looked like they had no clue what to do half of the time. I'm not sure how much truth there is to that, but there was certainly some communication problems on the back end, and you have to think Martinez would have sorted that out quickly. The Vols also get back Pig. Our favorite multi-purpose yard gainer will be a welcome addition, and will likely be targeted early and often. If Justin Martin is ready to go, that is huge for the DB's. TK Jr. is ready to go. No one really knows what to expect from Marquez North. Apparently, healthy enough to play, but not be targeted, so who knows if he is ready to catch or just run around. The bottom line is, Tennessee just got a lot better than they were last week.

4. Run CMG: Even with the atrocious play of the OL last year, the Vols ran pretty well against OK. Hurd picked up 97 yards and Marlin Lane ran for 4.2 yards per carry. How do you think this year's Hurd and Alvin Kamara may fare? Probably, pretty well. Add in the Dobbs element, that forces a defense to stay honest, and you have a recipe for a big game on the ground. The Vols need to run often, run hard, and completely drive the ball down the throats of their opponent.

5. Let them know...Bob Stoops is telling the media that Knoxville is not a big deal for his team, and they've played in big games. Sorry Bob, but Neyland is about to rain 100,000 frenzied fans on your head. Let me know how the communication is with your OL during that first quarter. If the Vols get some points on the board early, it's gonna be even worse. Hands down, this is the most anticipated game in Knoxville since Florida came to town in 2012, and that game was fever pitch. Now, expectations are higher, and achievable, and Oklahoma gets to experience the full brunt of years of frustration. We're ready for a big win.

Prediction: I'm having an awful time with this game. It's so hard to call, which means it should be a great game. At this moment, I think Tennessee wins a scrappy game with a dominant run game. Oklahoma gets their points on a soft secondary, but it is enough to hold.

Tennessee 31
Oklahoma 30
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Good post Nick , I'm a big homer too ! :clapping: :thumbsup:
 
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