UAB game discussion

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The A-back works pretty well with the play action too. I remember one of Norris Drinkard's TD's near the goal line last year, Hackney faked the handoff to Drinkard up the inside. Hackney took a couple steps back, Drinkard ran straight through the line, and Hackney tossed the ball over the line of scrimmage to a wideopen Drinkard. Drinkard was pretty limited in his play last year. I mean, people think all we had was Roddy White, but that's not the case. If you look at the per catch averages of our WRs, it's pretty impressive. They didnt all rack up alot of total yards though because when you have a Roddy White, why not use him? Drinkard is actually our leading returner in yards per rush and yards per catch. Having said that, Reggie Lindsey is still expected to get the majority of the passes this year.
 
#128
#128
UAB will give TN a game. I don't know if they will win, but I think that the 22.5 line on them is a little harsh. They have a very good team and always have a great secondary, so I wouldn't be surprised if they get a few interceptions. Their offense is decent. From a Memphis fan, Hackney is a beast. It's hard to compare him to a traditional QB because he looks so odd on the field, but he gets the job done. Their running game will also be sneaky
because opponents consider it a non-factor, but they do a good job of mixing it up when you least expect it.
The biggest disadvantage, besides depth, that UAB has is that they know they are underdogs and might count themselves out easily. Last year's performance at Florida St. was an example of this. They had the team and talent to make that a ballgame, but I think that they bought into the underdog talk when they were really better than that.
 
#129
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Originally posted by MtownTigers916@Aug 7, 2005 6:32 PM
UAB will give TN a game.  I don't know if they will win, but I think that the 22.5 line on them is a little harsh.  They have a very good team and always have a great secondary, so I wouldn't be surprised if they get a few interceptions.  Their offense is decent.  From a Memphis fan, Hackney is a beast.  It's hard to compare him to a traditional QB because he looks so odd on the field, but he gets the job done.  Their running game will also be sneaky
because opponents consider it a non-factor, but they do a good job of mixing it up when you least expect it.
The biggest disadvantage, besides depth, that UAB has is that they know they are underdogs and might count themselves out easily.  Last year's performance at Florida St. was an example of this.  They had the team and talent to make that a ballgame, but I think that they bought into the underdog talk when they were really better than that.
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Some good points... UAB's run game is deceptive. People think it doesnt exist, but in reality, we just dont often have to use it. When we DO use it, it's generally been fairly successful. UAB RB Norris Drinkard averages 7.4 yards per carry, Corey White averages 5.6 yards per carry, and RB Dan Burkes averages 5.4 yards per carry.

As far as buying into the FSU underdog talk, I wont say that was the whole story, but it was a factor I'm sure. This year, I'm not so sure though as to whether that will hurt us with the underdog talk. Our team is confident, but hopefully not too confident. The line for UAB vs FSU was FSU by 29. FSU, despite beating us handily, did not cover the spread though.
 
#130
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I found an interesting quote from Fulmer. Doesnt sound like he's *worried* but he does seem a bit cautious about the first game.

I don't know that I've had in my time at Tennessee a more important challenge as we do this year and as big a need for our team to be ready to come out of the box really playing well vs. UAB and then obviously on the road for the next two weeks.
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#131
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Originally posted by vol_freak@Aug 7, 2005 2:40 PM
Blazer, I respect every team that tennessee plays because as you know anything can happen and occaisionally the major underdog can pull the major upset. HOWEVER, now you are getting a little crazy. First UAB averaged 31 points a game but also gave up nearly 30. And please don't start comparing UAB to an SEC team. Let's look at UAB's opponents final Sagarin Rankings:
Baylor #103
FSU #16 (lost - never was in the game)
Memphis #75
Cincinnati #65
Mississippi St. #114
TCU #91
Tulane #117 (lost-ouch losing to #117 hurts the resume)
South Florida #116 (lost-WOW lost to #116 by 25 at HOME)
Houston #113
Army #127
Southern Miss #73 (lost)
Hawaii #74 (lost)

Now for the SEC
Tennessee #15
Florida #30
Georgia #11
SC #54
Kentucky #125
Vandy #112
Bama #59
Auburn #2
LSU #18
Ole Miss #82
Miss St #114
Arkansas #44
I think you get the picture. Blazer with that pitiful schedule you guys won 7 games last year. Don't get me wrong, 7 games is good for UAB. They haven't won more then that in 12 years.

I can appreciate the fact that you are a big fan and are excited about the prospects of the upcoming season. After all, every team is undefeated right now. But when you start touting UAB's offense as one the best in the SEC, it hurts your credibility somewhat. Anything can happen and I don't blame you for hoping for the best, but to expecting to win is.....a longshot at best.
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Sagarin ratings are BS for the most part. They are so big conference biased that mid-majors rarely get the respect they deserve. Memphis was not a 75, they were getting top 25 votes at the end of the season, and Hawaii and Southern Miss were also decent top 50 teams.
Arkansas was not a 44, they weren't that good at all last year. I wish
they'd get the balls to play Memphis again. You beat them a couple of times and they get frustrated and leave.
Tulane always beats UAB though. Your coaches should study those tapes very closely because no matter how good UAB is, and how bad Tulane is, Tulane always wins.
I realize TN had a much more difficult schedule, but this can be deceiving and is the type of logic that can lead to an upset. Also, UAB's defense is much better than their average would indicate. Their secondary has always had a reputation of being one of the toughest in the country. Just be careful w/ your assumptions, UAB might surprise you.
 
#132
#132
Can somone please tell me the last time tennessee lost there first game of the year? can someone please tell me why There is any chance of an upset really? If yall had such a great chance to upset us in Neyland stadium then why are we #3 and yall are well who knows? Do you really think your UAB team can handle the talent level of UT? Do you really think that you can just come in to UT and march right into 110,000 screaming fans and show up one of the best teams tennessee may ever have? well we will see.
 
#133
#133
Originally posted by vols2345@Aug 8, 2005 1:42 PM
Can somone please tell me the last time tennessee lost there first game of the year? 
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I believe it was 1994 against UCLA in Pasadena. That was the infamous game where Jerry Colquitt was injured, and Peyton stepped in as a true freshman only to be replaced by Todd Helton.
 
#134
#134
Originally posted by vols2345@Aug 8, 2005 1:42 PM
Can somone please tell me the last time tennessee lost there first game of the year?  can someone please tell me why There is any chance of an upset really?  If yall had such a great chance to upset us in Neyland stadium then why are we #3 and yall are well who knows?  Do you really think your UAB team can handle the talent level of UT?  Do you really think that you can just come in to UT and march right into 110,000 screaming fans and show up one of the best teams tennessee may ever have?  well we will see.
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TN is definately the favorite, but why even play the game if it is a lock for a TN win? You have to remember they are coming off of a winning season too. That's the type of attitude that allows a team like UAB to sneak in and win. I seem to remember being overlooked and dismissed in 1996....
What may appear to put them at a disadvantage could actually help them.
But, I do think playing them the 1st game of the year will help them to not be overlooked.
 
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Originally posted by Blazer85@Aug 7, 2005 6:18 PM
How is that?  UT's run defense is much better than their pass defense, and that's not a slam.  I would think most Vols would agree with that.
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That's the point, Myron. You really don't understand football strategies do you?

A running game takes time off the clock. The only way our offense will not run the score up on you is if they are not on the field-- thus the need for your running game-- which you don't have-- thus the UT offense being on the field more-- scoring more points.

There ya go. A free lesson. ;)
 
#136
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Originally posted by OrangeFrenzy@Aug 8, 2005 1:44 PM
That's the point, Myron.  You really don't understand football strategies do you?

A running game takes time off the clock.  The only way our offense will not run the score up on you is if they are not on the field-- thus the need for your running game-- which you don't have-- thus the UT offense being on the field more-- scoring more points.

There ya go.  A free lesson. ;)
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:shakehead: Good one captain obvious.
 
#139
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oh cause I was hoping you would be a regular poster here. i like talking football with ya. you should go to the othe sports fourm and pick alabama nad cover alabama in our highschool prep football thread. you really know your football and i think you would do real good at it.
 
#140
#140
I wouldnt mind contributing when I know something. My high school alma mater is Shades Valley. Not sure if you guys know the one I'm talking about, but we've had several good players come out of here. Saleem Rasheed (UA LB), Mayo Sowell (AU LB), Pierre Brown (Ark LB), Brandon Brooks (UA WR/KR), Nick Hayes (UAB PK), Trey Chaney (UAB RB), and a few others I cant think of. Lots of talent in the Birmingham area.
 
#141
#141
If you guys want to see some conflicted Bama fans about this game... here's a thread started by another UAB fan to see how Bama fans felt about the UT-UAB matchup.

http://alabama.******************.asp?fid=...85&sid=&style=2
 
#142
#142
Originally posted by Blazer85@Aug 8, 2005 5:00 PM
If you guys want to see some conflicted Bama fans about this game... here's a thread started by another UAB fan to see how Bama fans felt about the UT-UAB matchup. 

http://alabama.******************.asp?fid=...85&sid=&style=2
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Thanks for sharing a glimpse of the insanity I hear everyday living in and amongst the Bammers :laugh1:
 
#143
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^ :laugh1: Oh I live in it too. Some of the Bammers say UAB is just being paranoid and that Bammers dont see us as a threat. Looking in that thread, it's apparent that they do. Especially those that are saying it's good in the short run if UAB beats UT, but in the long run, theyd rather UAB lose because a victory by UAB puts much more pressure on the Bammers to win their game this year and also gives UAB some ammo in the local recruiting wars.
 
#144
#144
I counted one rational post on that page.

When somebody implies that you can't be a 'Bama fan because you have a difference of opinion about a game between two other teams, I find it highly irritating. With many people on discussion forums, there can be only one correct opinion -- theirs. I don't expect everyone to agree with all of MY opinions, but I object to the implication that a real Alabama fan can't come to another position on a question.
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That's it.
 
#146
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109/198 for 1452 yds. 55.1% completion rate.7.3 ypa. 17 TD's, 9 INT's, 5 sacks, and a QB rating of 135.9.
 
#147
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Originally posted by milohimself@Aug 8, 2005 11:03 PM
109/198 for 1452 yds. 55.1% completion rate.7.3 ypa. 17 TD's, 9 INT's, 5 sacks, and a QB rating of 135.9.
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Pretty good numbers except the INTs, but those errors should decrease with experience I guess.
 
#148
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Yeah remember he only played alitlle under half a season. and 4 of those picks came aginst the awesome defense of Auburn.
 
#149
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I was talking to a bamma fan I work with last night about it... he said they weren't scared to play UAB, they just had everything to lose (politically) and nothing to gain... ... ... and just how is that NOT 'being scared" ??? :D
 
#150
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Originally posted by Blazer85@Aug 8, 2005 10:13 PM
Pretty good numbers except the INTs, but those errors should decrease with experience I guess.
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He had 4 INTs against Auburn, except those were not really his fault -- Auburn's defense made every single part of our offense look plain stupid that night.
 
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