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Post by Iceman on Sept 14, 2019 22:50:06 GMT -6
I don’t even know where to start. This is getting ridiculous. You could tell from the start that the team was playing with zero fire or intensity. HBU had plenty of that and it showed.
Next, the positionless defense has to go. Swallow your pride as a coach and say ok it worked at the NAIA level but it doesn’t work in D1 football. It’s time to move on to a different defensive scheme. Our defensive line is getting zero pressure on the QB. This is why I hate playing a 3 man front. No pressure and NO ONE ever blitzes. So where are these extra defenders all the time? Our secondary gives too big of a cushion and soft and gives up a minimum guarantee of 8-10 yards per pass play. I was hoping with a new defense we would blitz some more. Not so much. What do we have to lose if we blitz?
Like everyone else said, when you have the ball on the goal line, get the QBs butt under center and reach over the top or give it to Klett. This issue has been haunting us since this coaching staff got here. You got to be able to change a few things like that, even if it isn’t your normal formation. Not sure what happened with the offensive line today either. Yes we had a lot of yards, but we gave up tons of pressure all game long. That was disappointing to see after the last couple games seemed to be better in that area.
Last thing. Special teams. Are you serious? Our coverage on punt and kick were terrible. For awhile, I thought our kicker was going to be our leading tackler. Why can’t we kick the ball into the end zone. Come on.
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Post by Yotes on Sept 15, 2019 7:55:14 GMT -6
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Post by bobo on Sept 15, 2019 8:16:57 GMT -6
I think it’s important to realize that all is not lost moving forward this season. Some very serious conversations need to be had in the coach’s offices about what’s best to manage the rest of the season. Firing coaches at this point will be more destructive than anything, but figuring out a base defense that puts our type of athletes in the best position to be success is the key. Need to lose the ego and admit our shortcomings and remedy it. A defense that is confident in their technique plays fast. One that questions their job is slow and late to the party consistently and cuts WRs loose which ends up with wide open WRs consistently. We’ve seen that way too often in the first 3 games. Sorry to say this, but there are way too many thick bodied kids on the kickoff coverage team. Get speed guys out there not guys that are big time hitters, it’s all about speed and beating the kickoff return team to the spot of the block. All of this is correctable, but those conversations need to be had and egos checked. I shouldn’t say this, but I will. Part of the issue is having so many young coaches on staff eliminates the flow of information because they don’t have the knowledge base to make experienced suggestions and adjustments. That’s where Coach Nielsen needs to make a major impact and fall back on his vast experience. Believe me, he has seen it all and will adjust.
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Post by elcoyote on Sept 15, 2019 8:21:26 GMT -6
Super disappointed obviously!!! I'll play a little bit of the devil's advocate--HBU has 20 starters back, nothing to lose, an excellent kick returner against a very outmanned KO coverage unit, we miss an easy FG and XP, they almost beat UTEP an FBS program, put up 61 points last week and most of all we've shown we can not stop the short passing with any regularity and until we do it like Hank Stram said in SBIV when his KC Chiefs beat MN with quick outs--"it's like stealing". HBU I think is tired of losing and maybe have turned the corner. I know one thing for sure I will never give up on Coyote players or the FB program!!! Some coaching changes may be warranted but will not be an immediate fix. Hopefully the team will not give up or the fans!!! GO YOTES!!! I admire your positivity and will never give up in supporting the players, but I'm done as far as Nielson is concerned. I know some on here have full faith in him, but I'm sorry, I just don't anymore. I was on the fence after last season, was less than thrilled with the extension and, with this year's start, it's over for me. I never want to be the guy calling for a coach's head, but whenever he's done I'm fine with that. Outside of the 6-0 start two seasons ago, the record now stands at 10-22 and there seems to be all kinds of questions. Absolutely everything has been given to the program in the last few years, so it's certainly not lack of investment or facilities. I was out in the lot after the game and then downtown last night and let's just say the mood is getting ugly and we're going to start losing support if this ship isn't righted. |
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Post by Yotes on Sept 15, 2019 8:45:13 GMT -6
Super disappointed obviously!!! I'll play a little bit of the devil's advocate--HBU has 20 starters back, nothing to lose, an excellent kick returner against a very outmanned KO coverage unit, we miss an easy FG and XP, they almost beat UTEP an FBS program, put up 61 points last week and most of all we've shown we can not stop the short passing with any regularity and until we do it like Hank Stram said in SBIV when his KC Chiefs beat MN with quick outs--"it's like stealing". HBU I think is tired of losing and maybe have turned the corner. I know one thing for sure I will never give up on Coyote players or the FB program!!! Some coaching changes may be warranted but will not be an immediate fix. Hopefully the team will not give up or the fans!!! GO YOTES!!! I admire your positivity and will never give up in supporting the players, but I'm done as far as Nielson is concerned. I know some on here have full faith in him, but I'm sorry, I just don't anymore. I was on the fence after last season, was less than thrilled with the extension and, with this year's start, it's over for me. I never want to be the guy calling for a coach's head, but whenever he's done I'm fine with that. Outside of the 6-0 start two seasons ago, the record now stands at 10-22 and there seems to be all kinds of questions. Absolutely everything has been given to the program in the last few years, so it's certainly not lack of investment or facilities. I was out in the lot after the game and then downtown last night and let's just say the mood is getting ugly and we're going to start losing support if this ship isn't righted. I also questioned the extension at the time considering Bob's results to date, and to kick off a 5-year deal with this monstrosity is a real spirit breaker. Streveler bought him some time but Bob clearly isn't the guy and we might be stuck with him now because I'm sure that's one expensive buyout. What is Bob's excuse? Everyone out there is his recruit, minus a couple of Joe's RS seniors (Greenfield, Simmons, Whitcomb, Bianchi, and Peguero). There has been a full investment by our administration. Fan support had been steadily growing. I get that stability in a program is a good thing but it doesn't look like it outweighs whatever Bob is bringing to the table. Joe had us in the same spot (or better) with a fraction of the resources and the impossible task of moving Meierkort's team to the MVFC. We haven't progressed at all. |
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Post by bobo on Sept 15, 2019 8:53:11 GMT -6
Patience-Patience-Patience
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Post by Yotes on Sept 15, 2019 10:17:16 GMT -6
Patience-Patience-Patience Success doesn't come overnight, especially in a game where senior leadership is so critical. If we were a couple years in the past or somewhere near competency I would agree that patience is key. I think we've passed that stage and are in a situation requiring action if things don't drastically improve this season. I don't believe in firing a coach mid-season unless you have a viable replacement for the future already on staff, which seems unlikely. Bob has ten weeks to right this ship or he should be gone. Change schemes, fire the defensive coordinator, I don't care. He needs to prove that he hasn't lost touch with the game because what we have seen on defense suggests that he has. |
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Post by yotebewithyou on Sept 15, 2019 10:31:39 GMT -6
Bob just signed a 5 year deal... he's not going anywhere
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Post by teamsd on Sept 15, 2019 10:32:24 GMT -6
I’m with you, Yotes.
I respect anyone who is optimistic enough to stay patient, but the fact of the matter is that USD, and it’s fan base, has accepted mediocrity and expected very little (in all sports) for far too long. It’s time to start winning. The successful programs in this conference expect to win every week. Our body language and execution prove we are far from that.
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Post by teamsd on Sept 15, 2019 10:45:11 GMT -6
Bob just signed a 5 year deal... he's not going anywhere I will gladly eat crow if Bob turns this ship around. I think he is an excellent coach and even better person. His career proves he’s capable of winning. It’s just that the product he is putting on the field is not in his favor right now |
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Post by lavistacoyote on Sept 15, 2019 11:23:52 GMT -6
I'm in agreement on the defensive scheme is very concerning. We arguably have the most athletic defense we've ever had yet the DB's regularly play 5-10 yards off the receiver...this seldom works well for a defense long-term. It may work with a large lead but, you'll get picked apart if you insist on making it a game-long strategy. I'm not giving up on the coaches just yet because in his second year Coach Prevost has made some real strides with the o-line...no, they're not perfect but, they are grading much higher at a majority of the positions when compared to last year. I, along with several of you, was ready to light the coach on fire last year...this year it's become somewhat of a strength.
I was livid after the game yesterday. I struggle with the appearance that our team has zero player leadership. I question our emphasis on the stop-watch when recruiting players rather than including character, leadership and the ability to put the work in to continually improve. We ignore several kids in the region that sdsu continues to recruit, develop, play and maintain their continued success. For a couple decades the Cornhusker's abandoned the local kids that carried the team to success year after year. We saw how that worked out long-term. Although we need some athletes we also need some players that bleed Red and care about our success long before they arrive in Vermillion.
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Post by sdyotefan on Sept 15, 2019 11:26:37 GMT -6
I bleed Coyote red and always will!
I agree with those that say firing coaches mid season rarely helps. I'm all for quick, easy fixes but that rarely happens. I agree with the comments about better kick offs and kick coverage and more base defenses right now with the lack of fb experience a lot of our dbs have right now partially due to injuries. Also don't disrespect our opponents! We haven't played MN, Long Island and Drake! Winning is a lot easier depending on who you play. And I'll say it again HBU is much better than expected so forget predictions. And always remember that's why they play the game. The Yotes always need to be hungry and energized!! Motivate motivate motivate! Now is the time for REAL fans to support the team!! It's real easy when the wins are happening.
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Post by elcoyote on Sept 15, 2019 11:31:00 GMT -6
Patience-Patience-Patience OK, I'll bite. How long should we expect to wait? It seems like we've been waiting forever. We're in year four now and if anything we seem to be backsliding and I honestly think the talent is in place, but it's not being utilized. And what are expectations? Playoffs every four or five years? Every two? A regular participant? I'll continue to attend, financially support and I will not be badmouthing coaches in the stands or anywhere else or calling for heads to roll, but I'm frustrated and my patience is done. At this point in time the least I expect is a winning record every season. |
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lavistacoyote
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Post by lavistacoyote on Sept 15, 2019 11:31:39 GMT -6
I found it very disappointing that a couple players were posting videos of their individual performances after a loss. Another indication we have a group of individuals...not a team.
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Post by GoYotes on Sept 15, 2019 12:35:05 GMT -6
We have won 1 of our last 9 games, of which 5 of those games were in the Dome. The one win was 17-12 over Western Illinois.
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