tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post3770198592221596598..comments2024-03-24T05:21:33.293-04:00Comments on Eagle in Atlanta -- atleagle.com: Tripped up in TampaATL_eaglehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16014348799382628049noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-40891812874175455282008-12-07T22:57:00.000-05:002008-12-07T22:57:00.000-05:00Cubicle Jockey:2nd time in 4 years. 3rd in 5, if ...Cubicle Jockey:<BR/><BR/>2nd time in 4 years. 3rd in 5, if you extend it to home state.<BR/><BR/>Doesn't matter. BC's fans aren't going to turn out in any great numbers no matter where it is, so the stadium's inevitably going to be primarily occupied by opposing fans.<BR/><BR/>And yet we keep winning these games. We should this year, too. The SEC's bad, real bad this year. Two teams deep, just like the Big Ten.Dariushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07846444942276961774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-17744384016447423402008-12-07T22:50:00.000-05:002008-12-07T22:50:00.000-05:00Christopher,You are right in that many of those at...Christopher,<BR/><BR/>You are right in that many of those attempts came after the game was out of hand, 30-10. However, examine the 2nd half box score- before the game was 30-10, and manageable enough to mix up the play calling, BC attempted 3 runs with their RBs. 3. On 21 attempts, 3 run plays. Matt Ryan is not the QB. Unacceptable.<BR/><BR/>I agree with you that a few more screen passes would have been great, especially since VT was stacking the box. Also, I don't blame Davis at all. He gave us a decent game in the 1st half and tried hard in the 2nd, this loss is not his fault. Whatever the outcome, like I said earlier, BC exceeded expectations just by getting to the game, so I am proud. However, this was a game I really feel we blew because of playcalling, and I am frustrated because we let one slip.ACChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14292052126532011526noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-85521264079561837042008-12-07T22:48:00.000-05:002008-12-07T22:48:00.000-05:00Disliking Logan's gameplan is fine, and i definite...Disliking Logan's gameplan is fine, and i definitely think there were some problems, but don't focus too much on numbers. The fact that Davis reached 40+ attempts was NOT the gameplan. If you watched the game you know that probably about 15 of those pass attempts, if not more, came with under 12 minutes to go in the 4th quarter when we were down 3 scores. We probably should have run more early in the 2nd half, but like i said the high attempts total i feel like is kind of the result of the last 10 minutes<BR/><BR/>One thing I will criticize about our gameplan, and this is a season long thing, is a lack of screen passes. I cannot for the life of me understand why we don't run 5-8 screen passes per game. Our running backs are fast and good in space and our linemen are athletic and brutes. We saw on Harris' 50 yard reception how effective those plays can be, yet throughout the season we only saw maybe 10 or 12 of them. Anyone else agree with me? especially with a frosh in there<BR/><BR/>As for Davis I feel for the guy. He did an admirable job getting us there though. As for his future, I certainly saw flashes of true potential but am not totally sold on him. What is this Tuggle kid supposed to be like? He seems almost like a mythical figure as all season long we have all referenced "the red shirt tuggle" as a qb to watch but does anyone know what he is supposed to be like? Is he big? athletic?<BR/><BR/>Anyway, good season eagles. hopefully we can beat the SEC in NashvilleAnfield10https://www.blogger.com/profile/13591451402169412047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-63762559939429862832008-12-07T22:44:00.000-05:002008-12-07T22:44:00.000-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anfield10https://www.blogger.com/profile/13591451402169412047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-27493227632163108262008-12-07T22:40:00.000-05:002008-12-07T22:40:00.000-05:00Eagleboston,Frankly, I disagree. They were down 1...Eagleboston,<BR/><BR/>Frankly, I disagree. They were down 14-7 at the start of the 2nd half. Take a look at the 2nd half box score. 2 rushes for 13 yards, excluding the 2 Davis scrambles. Davis went 2 for 8 otherwise before the INT, followed by 3 Davis incompletions to end the 3rd quarter.<BR/><BR/>At that point, BC is down 24-7. At the 1st and goal, 3 passes, all for incompletions, after the VT fumble. Aponivicious hits the FG, score 24-10. We all know what happened after that. So, to summarize, 3 rush attempts from the RB on 21 plays (excluding punts and BC turnovers) in the 2nd half before the game was out of hand at 30-10. Personally, I call that a failure of playcalling, especially given that on the 2 rushes he had in the 3rd, Harris had 13 yards.ACChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14292052126532011526noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-73189298413354611132008-12-07T22:29:00.000-05:002008-12-07T22:29:00.000-05:00Andrew,I think the gameplan was to run more, but T...Andrew,<BR/><BR/>I think the gameplan was to run more, but Tech controlled the line of scrimmage in the first quarter and the defense was slow in getting started. Once Tech was up 14, BC was forced to throw to get back in it.<BR/><BR/>I think we could have worn them down had BC been able to establish the run, but Tech was putting 9 guys in the box, basically daring Logan to throw the ball. Logan was in a quandary. Do I stay with the run and continue with 3 and outs until later in the game, or do I throw to get a couple guys out of the box? He choose to open it up and that is when BC finally scored. I really don't think Logan could have done things differently. He did the best with the cards he was dealt.eaglebostonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17536194020385661646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-38181242711927736372008-12-07T22:27:00.000-05:002008-12-07T22:27:00.000-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.eaglebostonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17536194020385661646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-35016957595723508612008-12-07T22:20:00.000-05:002008-12-07T22:20:00.000-05:00Eagleboston,You make some fine points, but I am no...Eagleboston,<BR/><BR/>You make some fine points, but I am not convinced that we would have lost that game regardless of gameplan. Throwing the ball 40+ times with a redshirt freshman in his 2nd start ever = loss everytime out. No excuses. If they had taken 15 of those throws and made them runs, and BC had still lost, fine. THey wouldve given VT their best shot. However, using your QB in a capacity which he is incapable of fulfilling is asking to get beat and beat bad, which is what happened.<BR/><BR/>As for the expectations, I agree, they are exceeding mine as well. I am still proud of them as a team. However, I will forever believe we left this one on the plat because of the foolhardy playcalling.ACChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14292052126532011526noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-88884871186194635812008-12-07T22:13:00.000-05:002008-12-07T22:13:00.000-05:00Andrew,We had very little chance of winning that g...Andrew,<BR/><BR/>We had very little chance of winning that game yesterday. First, we were starting a redshirt freshman qb who had to pull out a miracle to beat Wake and then barely beat a Maryland team that Florida State annihilated the week before. He's got a bright future but he was nowhere ready to beat Bud Foster's defense. Second, Haden and Akins did not play. I know injuries are part of the game but we have had more than our share. Third, the players that were left standing had their second worst performance of the season next to the UNC game.<BR/>I held out hope before the game that we could win, but I watch a ton of college football and I knew the odds were stacked against BC. I honestly cannot remember the last time a freshman led an ACC, SEC or Big 12 team to victory in the 'ship. You need a veteran qb to win a game at that level.<BR/><BR/>I have hope we will someday reach the BCS but don't be surprised if 5 years from now, we are still on the outside looking in. It takes more than coaching and talent to get to the BCS. You also need a little luck. We may not even be back to the 'ship for 2-3 years and even if we do get back, we are going to have to find a way to beat the Coastal team. We knew when we joined the ACC it was going to be tough. Quite frankly, we are more than exceeding my expectations.eaglebostonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17536194020385661646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-67025045720697545752008-12-07T20:58:00.000-05:002008-12-07T20:58:00.000-05:00Why oh why did they have Davis pass the ball 40+ t...Why oh why did they have Davis pass the ball 40+ times???!!! This was the worst play calling I may have ever seen. An utter disappointment by Steve Logan, the loss rests on his feet. It's hard to be upset given the expectation going into this year and the fact that we are going to a bowl game again, but you've got to climb that hill and raise expectations at some point. This one hurts the most since I've been around the team, even more than the 'Cuse game.ACChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14292052126532011526noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-27241621896912558752008-12-07T20:38:00.000-05:002008-12-07T20:38:00.000-05:00I'm with you, Matt - always gold pants (with mar...I'm with you, Matt - always gold pants (with maroon stripe), alternate white and maroon jerseys.Big Jack Krackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12202172743722727956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-34925133249921502192008-12-07T20:20:00.000-05:002008-12-07T20:20:00.000-05:00To follow up to what Jeff said. The Gator and Peac...To follow up to what Jeff said. The Gator and Peach bowls had already made their invites (Clemson and GT) before our game yesterday. We knew we weren't going there, or to the Champs for a second straight year. It wasn't a matter of the bowls "shafting" us. We knew the situation going into the game. Miami or Nashville, end of story.<BR/><BR/>See y'all in Nashville.BCNorCal07https://www.blogger.com/profile/14729019789737618964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-58086900302224162112008-12-07T20:14:00.000-05:002008-12-07T20:14:00.000-05:00Ry- Traveling to the Orange Bowl hardly changes ou...Ry- Traveling to the Orange Bowl hardly changes our reputation. Of course people will travel to a BCS game. BCS games don't worry about not selling out.<BR/><BR/>People used to say "I'll go to a bowl once we play one in Florida." Last year we did and you saw the turnout. It was OK but there's still room for improvement.<BR/><BR/>This year, amazingly, we have nothing to complain about. Four ACC teams got picked above us. VT(who beat us), Georgia Tech(who beat us at home, Clemson(who beat us at home) and Florida State(also finished 5-3 and is going to Orlando where we went last year) Can't blame champs for not taking us two years in a row and taking FSU who will come close to selling out the stadium for them compared to last year where they didn't even open the upper deck.<BR/><BR/>Last year we had 10 wins and more to complain about by falling below teams we beat. In the past we have had 9 win teams fall to at-large games. This year going to Music City is not so badJeffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00872482409833530833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-40405337934970163602008-12-07T19:57:00.000-05:002008-12-07T19:57:00.000-05:00There's no doubt in my mind that BC fans are ready...There's no doubt in my mind that BC fans are ready to travel...and travel well. If we had made the Orange Bowl I think we would have been able to put those "BC Doesn't Travel" sneers to rest. It's kind of hard to motivate your fan base when every year features a disappointing destination.Ryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14768915293598447957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-36600756768753417042008-12-07T19:47:00.000-05:002008-12-07T19:47:00.000-05:00How can you even complain about our bowl selection...How can you even complain about our bowl selection when you see the appalling turnout at the acc championship?lizzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15518293240550970566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-44238801140729485502008-12-07T19:29:00.000-05:002008-12-07T19:29:00.000-05:00Is it now twice in three years we have to play a b...Is it now twice in three years we have to play a bowl game against a team in their hometown? We get shafted again.tkowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03481721123725288451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-52934177795831825982008-12-07T19:24:00.000-05:002008-12-07T19:24:00.000-05:00White and white doesn't look great, but at least i...White and white doesn't look great, but at least it's traditional (e.g., Penn State, Texas, Baltimore/Indy Colts, New York/New Jersey Jets). All maroon is awful. <BR/><BR/>Make it simple. Always gold pants. Alternate white and maroon jerseys. <BR/><BR/>In case you're wondering why I'm stuck on this issue: Yesterday's game never happened. That's why I have nothing better to talk about than uniform preference. Also, the only thing that could have made yesterday's game uglier would be wearing all maroon uniforms.Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01427319051544009204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-74056175606025218152008-12-07T18:20:00.000-05:002008-12-07T18:20:00.000-05:00Can't blame BC fans for not being loud at last nig...Can't blame BC fans for not being loud at last night's hockey game. It was a tough afternoon for them.<BR/><BR/>I liked Tampa more than Jax last year. Channelside wasn't the only option in Tampa and the stadium was nicer in my opinion.<BR/><BR/>This loss was much less painful than last year too. First, we trailed the entire game but also last year after the game I thought we blew our one chance in the ACCCG and I'd have to wait a decade plus to go back. This year, I was happy for the team just to make the game and knew that VT was a young and improving team. On top of that, how many broken legs did this team have? Also, Crane and Haden were injured. Those two happen to be our starting QB and RB. Even Ron Brace wasn't able to play late which hurt the chances of the D making a huge, much needed stop.<BR/><BR/>Be optomistic for next year. The 2008 Eagles did not feature 17 fifth year seniors. We can be real good for several years.Jeffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00872482409833530833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-82450177774323496302008-12-07T17:18:00.000-05:002008-12-07T17:18:00.000-05:00What are all of you Red Sox fans bitching about? ...What are all of you Red Sox fans bitching about? Try being a Cubs fan. They don't say "there is always next year," but rather "there is always next century." No matter how bad melodramatic Red Sox fans had it, the Cubs fans have had it way worse.eaglebostonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17536194020385661646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-70610744022853519302008-12-07T16:04:00.000-05:002008-12-07T16:04:00.000-05:00What's this about a dirty chop by Cherilus against...What's this about a dirty chop by Cherilus against the Vikings? Shame.BeantownBC85https://www.blogger.com/profile/13840966088144987451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-67129542500428795822008-12-07T15:10:00.000-05:002008-12-07T15:10:00.000-05:00Completely refute harrow's misinformed hockey comm...Completely refute harrow's misinformed hockey comment.Eagle in Brightonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02387603168328339403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-76139521311161502992008-12-07T14:45:00.000-05:002008-12-07T14:45:00.000-05:00At the packed house hockey game last night, it loo...At the packed house hockey game last night, it looked fairly even between the BC and BU fans, mainly in the upper decks. To be honest, neither side was especially loud, except after goals. Most of the game, the BU fans were sitting on their hands, and I was in the students section. Don't know where your info is coming from. Also, BU completely outplayed us in just about every facet. It was pretty hard to get excited when BC had 9 shots after 2 periods.Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11918773815288340624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-32080676363278333232008-12-07T14:35:00.000-05:002008-12-07T14:35:00.000-05:00My point about not expecting to be there, but sill...My point about not expecting to be there, but sill thought we could win was based on my guess at the beginning of the season and my assessment of how we have been playing recently. Also, VT's paltry performance against UVA was not eye-watering. Taylor really dialed up his game yesterday, and because the ACC screwed us into playing VT every year (why not Duke? It makes sense as an academic rivalry), we can expect more of him and probably a loss or two because of Taylor. Also, VT's RB Evans became a new man after we beat them, and he looked so much more crisp and quick than most of our team.<BR/><BR/>Why is everyone hating on the all-maroon? We wear all-white and that looks really bad! We used to wear red pants (god rest their souls)! I do agree I would like a return to the block letters, but I like seeing the names on the jerseys. I think the teams keep names deleted because they are a "team" miss the point. If this game was about nameless, faceless, people who were simply spokes on a wheel, then they would not keep statistics or have individual awards. Besides, I like knowing the guys names, makes it easier to remember them later on (NFL).eagleinexilehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04948677353433374291noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-87034003278829008652008-12-07T14:16:00.000-05:002008-12-07T14:16:00.000-05:00On another note, I heard that BU had tons of fans ...On another note, I heard that BU had tons of fans at Conte yesterday who were louder than the BC fans. I just think the students aren't into sports as much as the alumni it seems.bc1900https://www.blogger.com/profile/12154149459908542273noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9512562.post-62600286887924234962008-12-07T12:14:00.000-05:002008-12-07T12:14:00.000-05:00Neither FSU nor Clemson have made the ACCCG the la...Neither FSU nor Clemson have made the ACCCG the last 3 seasons... it was a disappointing 3 hours, but waking up this morning, it is clear that this team proved more than last year's... no poster boy, no established leaders on either side of the ball. We need a fullback for games like that.<BR/><BR/>The confirmation word was dillsack.Deacon Drakehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17827411603052143857noreply@blogger.com